Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what plans he has to ensure that supplies of baby formula are not rapidly depleted by panic buying as a result of covid-19.
The Department is aware of infant formula supply issues related to stockpiling. The Department is in contact with the formula industry in order to guarantee a continuous supply of infant formula. The British Specialist Nutrition Association Ltd, who represent manufacturers of formula, have reassured parents via their website and social media. They have asked the public to be mindful of others when they shop so that formula remains available for all. These discussions with industry are regular and we will continue to reassess the situation.