Written question asked by John Bercow (Conservative) on Monday, 26 November 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 December 2001. It was answered by Lord Moonie (Labour) on Monday, 3 December 2001 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Ministry of Defence

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if the recommendations of the 1999 War Pensions Agency Prior Options Review relating to the regulations of the War Pensioners' Welfare Service and the partnership opportunities associated with the management of Ilford Park Polish Home were implemented by 31st March.

Answer: Mr. Bercow: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if the recommendations of the 1999 War Pensions Agency Prior Options Review relating to the regulations of the War Pensioners Welfare Service and the partnership opportunities associated with the management of Ilford Park Polish Home were implemented by 31 March. [19117] Dr. Moonie: A review of the objectives of the War Pensioners Welfare Service was undertaken and a report on its findings was widely circulated to the ex-service community in February 2001 inviting comment. The review's recommendations on how welfare services can be developed have received widespread support. As at 28 November 2001, 16 recommendations have been fully implemented, the remainder will be implemented during 2001-02. The potential for establishing a partnership with a suitable organisation to provide day-to-day management of Ilford Park Polish Home was reviewed and a report produced in July 2000. The report identified key issues to be addressed and the position is being kept under review.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 19117; 376 c4-5W;376 c4W
Session: 2001-02
Subjects: Housing Standards War pensions War Pensions Agency War Pensioners Welfare Service Veterans
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