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Written question asked by Iris Robinson (Democratic Unionist Party) on Tuesday, 2 November 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 10 November 2004. It was answered by Baroness Smith of Basildon (Labour) on Wednesday, 10 November 2004 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.


Northern Ireland Office

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, if he will make a statement on the prevalence of foetal alcohol syndrome in the Province.
Answer

Mrs. Iris Robinson: To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will make a statement on the prevalence of foetal alcohol syndrome in the Province. [196254] Angela Smith: It is not possible to provide data in the manner requested that will enable a statement on the prevalence of foetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) in Northern Ireland to be made as there is no database or registry of people in Northern Ireland with FAS.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
196254; 426 c781W;426 c786W
Session
2003-04
Subjects
Alcoholic drinks Northern Ireland Misuse Pregnancy Foetal alcohol spectrum disorder
Link
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