HC Deb 10 April 2002 vol 383 cc486-7W
Mr. Burstow

To ask the Secretary of State for Health when he expects to publish the protocols that are being developed regarding funding of nursing care. [45661]

Jacqui Smith

These will be published as soon as they have been agreed. Copies will be placed on the Department's website.

Mr. Burstow

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what assessment he has made of nursing homes charging extra administration costs for payment of the free nursing care contribution; and if he will make a statement. [47533]

Jacqui Smith

I refer the hon. Member to the response I gave to him today.