NHS and Social Care Resources Winter 2020-21 2020-09-01
2020-09-01
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Q1
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Discussions on ensuring the NHS and social care sectors are adequately resourced for winter 2020-21.
What discussions has he had with Cabinet colleagues to ensure that the National Health Service and social care sector have adequate resources during the winter season, acknowledging the need for significant additional funding including a fully funded pay rise for staff?
We have announced £3 billion of additional NHS funding for winter and are continually assessing additional funding needs for social care. The specific timing for a pay rise is under review.
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Q2
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Concern over a looming mental health crisis during winter, requiring engagement with experts.
Given the Secretary of State's recognition of the importance of meeting with experts regarding mental health, can he confirm that he did not attend any of two meetings organised between him and the Mental Health Minister with mental health trusts and organisations during the first three months of lockdown, as reported by a freedom of information request?
The Secretary of State has regular meetings with stakeholders regarding mental health issues.
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Specific meetings during the first three months of lockdown were not addressed.
Redirecting To A General Statement About Regular Meetings
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