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Written question asked by Andrew Bowden (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 November 1989. It was answered by Baroness Shephard of Northwold (Conservative) on Tuesday, 14 November 1989 on behalf of the Department of Social Security.


Untitled Written question

Question
What steps Sec of State intends to take to increase financial support over & above income support limits announced in recent upratings statement to allow elderly people in private residential & nursing homes to meet full costs of their care.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
160 c164W
Session
1988-89
Subjects
Care homes Income support Fees and charges Private sector Older people Social security benefits Uprating