§ Mrs. Bainasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if she will give a "best buy" recommendation to mothers in maternity hospitals as to the best value in branded modified baby milk; and, if so, when she proposes to make such an announcement.
§ Mr. MeacherThe relevant professions concerned with infant feeding, including those in maternity hospitals, have been given guidance as to suitable modified baby milks for infants under six months of age. Medical and midwifery staff in maternity hospitals are responsible for advising mothers on the modified baby milks suitable for their infants. This involves a clinical judgment and accordingly a "best buy" recommendation by my Department would be inappropriate.