§ Mr. Terry Fieldsasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he is satisfied that local authorities are able to exercise sufficient control over the establishment of private residential nursing homes; whether he considers that adequate regular inspections of such establishments are being carried out; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeI would refer the hon. Member to my reply to the hon. Member for Knowsley, South (Mr. Hughes) on 6 November, at column47.