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Mike Brady, Campaigns and Networking Coordinator at Baby Milk Action,
said:
?The many people and organisations around the world who signed
our petition of solidarity with the people of the Philippines will
welcome the news that the right of the Department of Health to issue
the regulations called for by EO51 has been upheld.
"However, I understand the ruling does strike down the outright
ban on advertising of breastmilk substitutes pointing instead to
improved vetting of these. The proposed outright ban would
undoubtedly have done more to protect infant health, providing
clarity for all involved. The claims made by companies about formula
feeding are shockingly idealizing and we hope that the vetting
committee will take a strong line in prohibiting these claims.
?Health campaigners in the Philippines have had to withstand
great pressure from the industry in putting infant health first and
they are an inspiration to others around the world. It is never easy
holding powerful vested interests to account and this partial victory
offers great encouragement to us all.?