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John Pugh
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(13 years, 6 months ago)
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Paul Burstow
Within the current legal framework established in the Health and Social Care Act 2008, there are requirements on financial viability, but we will undoubtedly want to look at those issues when we come to publish a White Paper on social care reform later this year.
John Pugh (Southport) (LD)
Does the Minister agree that to avoid similar issues we need to build consensus throughout the House on the future of social care—and its financial governance?
Paul Burstow
I could simply say yes to my hon. Friend, but I agree entirely, and that is why last year we acted quickly to establish an independent commission, led by Andrew Dilnot, to undertake a review of how we fund social care. His report will be coming forward shortly, and I would certainly welcome all necessary discussions to ensure that we deliver effective reform.