HL Deb 04 July 1996 vol 573 c115WA
The Earl of Clanwilliam

asked Her Majesty's Government:

When they will issue guidance on the donation on informational or educational equipment or materials in accordance with Section 21(3) of the Infant Formula and Follow on Formula Regulations 1995.

Baroness Cumberlege

Draft guidance was issued for public consultation on 2nd July, copies of which have been placed in the Library. It contains:

proposed good practice to help ensure that information provided on infant feeding is objective and consistent; and proposed guidelines and criteria on the donation of informational or educational materials by the infant formula industry.

Comments have been requested by 10th September 1996.