HC Deb 24 June 2002 vol 387 cc738-9W
Mr. Burstow

To ask the Secretary of State for Health, pursuant to his answer of 17 June 2002,Official Report, column 167W, regarding long-term health, what generic issues relevant to people with long-term conditions will be set out as part of the NSF for long-term health conditions. [63869]

Jacqui Smith

Following the recent announcement of the scope of the national service framework (NSF) for long-term conditions, we expect to appoint an external reference group (ERG) by the autumn. The ERG will undertake detailed work on developing the NSF and give consideration to the specific conditions and generic issues to be included. Some examples of the generic issues that the ERG could consider include patient and carer involvement, information, rehabilitation, pain management, and care and support in the home.