§ Mr. EdwardsTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what assessment he has made of the health needs of asylum seeker mothers who are HIV positive. [24554]
§ Yvette CooperAsylum seekers and their families who apply to the Home Office for support under the arrangements that came into place from 1 April 2000 will be assessed and any medical information including HIV status will be taken into account. If eligible for a support package, which includes accommodation, they will be allocated to accommodation that suits their needs in an area where required medical treatment is available.