Written question asked by Win Griffiths (Labour) on Wednesday, 12 November 2003, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 20 November 2003. It was answered by Baroness Hodge of Barking (Labour) on Thursday, 20 November 2003 on behalf of the Department for Education and Skills.

Dept for Education and Skills

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills, what the most recent weekly contributions made by each local authority for children in foster care up to the age of 17 were; what these contributions were in 1997 prices; what the allowances were in 1997; and what assessment he has made of the differences in payments made by local authorities. - Will write.

Answer: Mr. Win Griffiths: To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills what the most recent weekly contributions made by each local authority for children in foster care up to the age of 17 were; what these contributions were in 1997 prices; what the allowances were in 1997; and what assessment he has made of the differences in payments made by local authorities. [139058] Margaret Hodge: I am unable to provide the information requested before the House prorogues. I will write to my hon. Friend with the information and place a copy of my letter in the Library.

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