§ Mr. Gareth WardellTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland (1) how many babies born in Scotland were HIV positive at birth;
(2) how many babies have been born in Scotland to mothers who are HIV positive.
§ Mr. Michael ForsythBabies are not routinely tested at birth for HIV antibodies. However, to the end of March 1988, reports had been received of a total of 66 infants-children, excluding haemophiliacs, born in Scotland, who have antibodies to HIV. Of this total, 38 were born to mothers who are known to be HIV positive.