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Season 58 • Episode 44 • Tax the Fat
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Panorama Season 58, Episode 44: Tax the Fat
With Britain now the fattest nation in Europe, reporter Shelley Jofre investigates the idea of a tax on junk food, travelling to Denmark where it has already been implemented. Watch Panorama Season 58, Episode 44 Tax the Fat in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of Panorama Season 58, Episode 44 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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