HC Deb 30 June 1998 vol 315 cc173-4W
Mr. McWalter

To ask the Secretary of State for Health how many pharmacies are currently supported by the essential small pharmacy scheme. [48221]

Mr. Boateng

We are committed to creating effective independent regulatory arrangements for residential and nursing homes which are tough, transparent and accountable. We are reviewing the options for change, including the provisions of the Registered Homes Act 1984, and will set out our proposals in the White Paper on Social Services to be published later this year.

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