§ Ms PrimaroloTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what evidence her Department has considered on the extent of the statistical relationship between contraceptive advice and(a) reduced pregnancies among girls aged under 16 years and (b) increased sexual activity among girls aged under 16 years.
§ Mr. SackvilleWe are aware of a recent review by the World Health Organisation of 19 studies in different countries into the effects of sex education. The conclusion360W of the review was that sex education does not promote earlier or increased sexual activity in young people. Copies of the review will be placed in the Library.