Period Poverty
Debate between Baroness Goldie and Baroness Barran(3 weeks, 5 days ago)
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Baroness Barran (Con)
I am not aware that we have done international research in this area, but I am aware, as I mentioned in my initial Answer, that in schools, hospitals and prisons now there is free access to period products. Many workplaces offer that also.
Baroness Goldie (Con)
My Lords, I am not often given to commending the Scottish Government, but as your Lordships may be aware, particularly the ladies present, they have introduced a universal system to try to address both period poverty and, as the noble Baroness, Lady Smith, rightly says, period dignity. I wonder if there would be any benefit in a constructive engagement with the Scottish Government to understand how their scheme works, what it costs and if there are any lessons to be learned.
Baroness Barran (Con)
The department works regularly with the devolved Administrations, and we are always happy to learn from others.