Health Incentives Scheme Debate
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Baroness Winterton of Doncaster
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Health Incentives Scheme
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Scott Benton (Blackpool South) (Con)
As the Prime Minister pointed out at the Conservative party conference, life expectancy in Blackpool is 15 years lower than it is in some areas just a few miles away. This scheme will help to reduce those disparities. Does the Minister agree that Blackpool would be the ideal location for this pilot scheme?
Maggie Throup
I am not going to give a one-word answer on this occasion, but obviously the location will be chosen carefully and will be announced in due course.
Maggie Throup
Obviously we will be looking at ways in which we can engage people, and ensure that they are fully aware of the pilot and have ready access to it.
Madam Deputy Speaker (Dame Rosie Winterton)
I thank the Minister for her statement. We now return to the debate on the Bill.