§ Mr. GibbTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what measures are being taken by the National Care Standards Commission following the inspection of the Whitehaven Care Home For Adults in Felpham, Bognor Regis on the 11 and 12 of November 2003. [159728]
§ Dr. LadymanThis is a matter for the National Care Standards Commission (NCSC). I understand that the NCSC has monitored the requirements made of the service provider during its inspection of November 2003. It is satisfied with the action plan which the provider has drawn up to address the shortfalls identified in the inspection. The NCSC will continue to keep closely in touch with the service provider and monitor the situation to ensure that compliance with Regulations and national minimum standards is achieved and that there is no risk to the people living at Whitehaven.