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Written question asked by Margaret Moran (Labour) on Friday, 19 February 2010, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 23 February 2010. It was answered by Barbara Follett (Labour) on Monday, 1 March 2010 on behalf of the Department for Communities and Local Government.


Supporting People Programme

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government pursuant to the answer of 2 February 2010, Official Report, column 255W, on supporting people programme, what representations he has received from (a) local authorities and (b) registered social landlords on non-renewal of supporting people contracts.
Answer

The Department has continual engagement with a wide range of stakeholders, including local authorities and representatives of registered social landlords about the Supporting People Programme. While this may include issues concerning commissioning and contracts, it is for local authorities to make decisions about the renewal of contracts for the Supporting People Programme based on their strategic assessments of their areas' particular needs.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
506 c969-70W; 318401
Session
2009-10
Related items
Supporting People Programme
Tuesday, 2 February 2010
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Supporting people programme
Link
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