PAEDIATRIC CONTINENCE SERVICES

That this House is aware that one in 12 young people in the UK suffer continence problems which occur at crucial times of their emotional development, resulting in the loss of self-esteem, isolation and bullying by their peers; is further aware that whilst young people experiencing such difficulties need early identification and effective treatment, current services in this area remain inadequate, poorly coordinated and likely to cause additional stress for the children and families concerned; believes that changes could be made at no additional cost or limited cost to meet the needs of sufferers, in particular regarding the availability of water and good clean toilet facilities in schools and in local communities; and calls on the Government to remind local authorities and governing bodies that it is their responsibility to produce and maintain these services, and that they are required to deliver such within their areas.