§ Mr. PikeTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what consultations she has had, and what representations she has received, regarding the implications and operation of the special transitional grant to local authorities in respect of responsibilities arising under the community care policy; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mr. BowisWe have had discussions with, or received representations from, various people, including the local authority associations and representatives of private and voluntary sector community care service providers.