Debates between Lord Evans of Rainow and Lord Sahota during the 2019-2024 Parliament

National Immunisation Programme

Debate between Lord Evans of Rainow and Lord Sahota
Thursday 23rd May 2024

(7 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Sahota Portrait Lord Sahota (Lab)
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My Lords, there are reports that the AstraZeneca vaccine causes blood clots and other side effects, and it has been banned in some countries. Do the Government still think it is safe to have a vaccine from the AstraZeneca company?

Lord Evans of Rainow Portrait Lord Evans of Rainow (Con)
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Wherever possible, you should get vaccinated across the board, whether it is for polio, whooping cough or whatever. We have some of the safest vaccinations in the world. The specific company that the noble Lord mentioned is an outstanding example of British innovation, and we need to support such British companies. The message is clear that everybody in this country should take the opportunity to get vaccinated, for whatever disease.

Folic Acid Fortification

Debate between Lord Evans of Rainow and Lord Sahota
Thursday 16th May 2024

(7 months, 1 week ago)

Lords Chamber
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Lord Sahota Portrait Lord Sahota (Lab)
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My Lords, a great deal of the flour imported either from Canada or the Indian subcontinent is used by the Asian communities for chapatis, et cetera. Will the Government make sure that is has folic acid as well, as in the regulations for the UK?

Lord Evans of Rainow Portrait Lord Evans of Rainow (Con)
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The noble Lord raises a very important question. I asked about this, and it is my understanding that the labelling of imported flours will make it clear that folic acid is present.