§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the Secretary of State for Health from what organisations and individuals her Department sought advice when compiling the community care charter.
§ Mr. BowisThe consultation document for the framework for local community care charters was sent to all local social services departments, health authorities, national health service trusts and housing authorities, as well as community health councils and a large number of voluntary organisations and provider representatives. All comments were carefully considered when the final document was drawn up.