§ 91. Mr. Scottasked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food if he is aware of the report of the Food Additives and Contaminants Committee that the present restrictions on the use of cyclamates in food should be removed; what further medical research into the risks of excessive intake of such substances he proposes should be carried out in the interests of the health of the nation; and if will make a statement.
§ Mr. HoyMy right hon. Friend is considering the report of the Food Additives and Contaminants Committee and the representations which have been made to him concerning its recommendations. He78W will announce his decision as soon as possible.
It is normal practice for the commercial interests who wish to use a food additive to arrange for any new research work which may be necessary to demonstrate its safety in use. The Government would then evaluate that research work with a view to deciding whether the use of the product concerned should be permitted.