Written question asked by Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Non-affiliated) on Tuesday, 13 July 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 27 July 2021. It was answered by Lord Goldsmith of Richmond Park (Conservative) on Tuesday, 27 July 2021 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Nappies

Question: To ask Her Majesty's Government whether their life cycle assessment of disposable and washable absorbent hygiene products will consider the results of the YouGov survey, published on 2 July, which found that the average age for potty training has increased from 2.5 to 3.5 years old.

Answer: The independent analysts carrying out the environmental assessment of disposable and reusable absorbent hygiene products have taken into consideration the recent YouGov survey to establish current ages for potty training. The sources of the information used in the study, as well as an explanation of the methodology and assumptions made, will be included in the final report which will be published later this year following peer review.

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