PEOPLE across Hillingdon are losing weight in a programme funded by the council.

A total of 71 people attended more than two sessions, with 41 per cent losing three per cent of their original weight in 12 weeks.

The initiative is being run at Yiewsley and Eastcote health centres and the Civic Centre in Uxbridge.

Those taking part are supported by a team of nurses, pharmacists and healthcare assistants.

Residents are referred on to the programme by their GP. Once accepted, they are encouraged to use a pedometer to increase their activity levels and attend weekly check-in sessions.

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Bill Davies, who lost more than 20kg, said: “I had never considered my weight to be a problem before as I generally felt quite well.

“However, after weighing me, my GP pointed out I was in the obese category and suggested I join the Weight Action Programme.

“I now feel a lot more confident after getting my health back and still keep a food diary to keep me on track.”

To take part, you must be over 18, have a Body Mass Index of more than 30, be able to undertake light exercise and be willing to commit to a 12-week programme.

Only residents registered with a Hillingdon GP practice can be referred.