§ Ms. Richardsonasked the Secretary of State for Social Services (1) what guidelines he has issued to general practitioners and consultants treating diabetics and sufferers from peptic ulcers in relation to the presence of dried milk in drink-vending machines;
(2) whether he will encourage the display of health warning notices on drink-vending machines for diabetics and sufferers from peptic ulcers, due to the high sugar level of creamers used.
§ Mrs. Currie"Whiteners" in vending machines can contain a variety of substances, including glucose and dried milk. Doctors are aware of this and if they feel that these substances may be a danger to their patients it is for them to give appropriate dietary advice. Any guidelines would be for the medical profession rather than the Department. We do not feel that health warnings on vending machines are necessary.