Written question asked by Louise Ellman (Labour) on Monday, 5 June 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 12 June 2000. It was answered by Barbara Roche (Labour) on Monday, 12 June 2000 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what arrangements have been made to monitor contracts entered into in respect of the Government's dispersal policy for asylum seekers.

Answer: Mrs. Ellman: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what arrangements have been made to monitor contracts entered into in respect of the Government's dispersal policy for asylum seekers. [125115] Mrs. Roche: The National Asylum Support Service (NASS) has established dedicated contract managers to oversee all accommodation contracts. In addition, a dedicated contract management team oversees the contract with Sodexho. NASS also has a network of regional managers monitoring support provision for asylum seekers.

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