§ Mrs. Wiseasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what information he 544W has whether National Health Service maternity hospitals receive sweetened beverages either free or cheaply from their manufacturers; and if he will issue a general direction that these should not be accepted.
§ Mr. MoyleI have no information on this matter. The provision of beverages for patients in maternity hospitals is the responsibility of the health authorities concerned, and I would not think it appropriate to issue a general direction.