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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Parliamentary Question 77467 Correction

01 March 2022 · Department of Health and Social Care

Proposed by Gillian Keegan Con Chichester

Local GovernmentScotlandWales

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Health and Social Care Levy is reserved, not devolved.
  • Adult Social Care responsibilities are largely devolved to the nations.
  • The government assesses and analyzes the Levy's impact and works with Devolved Governments.

Issue summary

The statement addresses an error in a previous written answer regarding the devolution status of the Health and Social Care Levy.

Action requested

The minister clarifies that while Adult Social Care is largely devolved, the Health and Social Care Levy is reserved. She also highlights the government's assessments and analyses of the Levy's impact, and confirms ongoing work with Devolved Governments to ensure the revenues benefit citizens across the UK.

Key facts

  • The original answer on 26 November 2021 was incomplete.
  • Her Majesty’s Treasury provided a PQ reply on 14 December 2021 (90439).
  • The Health and Social Care Levy is reserved, not devolved.
  • DHSC will continue to work closely with Devolved Governments.
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