Apsana Begum
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(4 years, 1 month ago)
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Matt Hancock
I will absolutely take that concern directly back to my right hon. Friend the Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Apsana Begum (Poplar and Limehouse) (Lab)
The Government have talked of drafting in volunteers to provide care, but people with disabilities often have some of the most complex needs and it is highly unlikely that volunteers would be able to provide the care that is needed. How will the Government ensure that people with disabilities continue to receive the support to stay in their own homes?
Matt Hancock
Of course, volunteers have a huge role to play in doing jobs that work for their skillset, but an incredibly high set of skills are needed to support some people—for instance, the people with disabilities that the hon. Member mentions. Supporting those people to get the social care they need is a critical part of our response to this virus.