§ Mr. Win GriffithsTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what plans he has to extend the protection of the EU directive on pesticide residue levels in baby food. [20570]
§ Yvette Cooper[holding answer 13 December 2001]: Legislation implementing the European Union directive and setting tough low maximum limits for pesticides in infant formula and processed baby foods comes into force in July 2002. Where food is made for babies in the home, pesticide residues in the ingredients are subject to rigorous controls on pesticide use which take into account the sensitivity of all age groups.