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Written question asked by Lord McCrea of Magherafelt and Cookstown (Democratic Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 12 May 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 26 May 2021. It was answered by Lord Bethell (Conservative) on Tuesday, 25 May 2021 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Social Services: Fees and Charges

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what plans they have to introduce legislation to protect people from having to sell their homes to pay for the costs of care.

Answer

We are committed to bringing forward a proposal for social care this year. The reform of social care and its funding arrangements are complex areas and a range of options for how to deliver on this commitment are being considered.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL167
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Housing Fees and charges Sales Social services
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk