§ Mr. BurstowTo ask the Secretary of State for Health if, in drawing up the National Carers Strategy, he will make it his policy to ensure that the Government's commitment to family-friendly policies cover those who care for adults. [51763]
§ Mr. BoatengThe national strategy will address the concerns of informal carers of people of all ages.
§ Mr. BurstowTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what role the reference group will play in the development of the National Carers Strategy; and when its membership and terms of reference will be published. [51762]
§ Mr. BoatengWe are looking at the detail of the consultative arrangements which will underpin the strategy and we are determined that all interested parties will be involved with the project as it progresses. Further details of the consultative arrangements will be announced in due course.