HC Deb 20 February 1995 vol 255 c27W
Mr. Alex Carlile

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what measures her Department undertakes to combat the commercial exploitation of children.

Mr. Bowis

A comprehensive framework of protection for children below minimum school-leaving age undertaking part-time work has existed for many years. Detailed controls are contained in local authority byelaws, and local authorities are responsible for enforcing these.