Written question asked by Bell Ribeiro-Addy (Labour) on Thursday, 10 October 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 15 October 2024 (named day). It was answered by Anneliese Dodds (Labour) on Tuesday, 15 October 2024 on behalf of the Government Equalities Office.
Period Poverty
- Question
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To ask the Minister for Women and Equalities, what recent assessment she has made of the potential impact of period poverty on (a) the economy and (b) educational attainment.
- Answer
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We recognise that women and girls may suffer as a result of the cost of period products.
The so-called ‘tampon tax’ has been abolished, and period underwear now receives the same zero-rate of VAT.
A scheme is in place for education settings, with free products available for all who need them, so periods are not a barrier to education. And all hospital patients can also receive free products.
No assessment of period product schemes operating in Scotland has been made.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 8467
- Session
- 2024-26
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Education Economic situation Standards Period poverty
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- 2025-09-05 21:36:50 +0100
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