David Stanton
Question:115 Mr. Stanton asked the Minister for Health and Children if his attention has been drawn to research into the possible health side effects of the food additive aspartame; if he will give details of this research and its findings; if his attention has further been drawn to any countries which have banned the use of this food additive; if so, if he will list them; if he is satisfied that aspartame is safe for human consumption; if he will reassure the public regarding any possible side effects; the action he intends to take regarding aspartame; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12672/01]