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Written question asked by Helen Southworth (Labour) on Thursday, 20 November 2008, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 25 November 2008. It was answered by Ann Keen (Labour) on Tuesday, 25 November 2008 on behalf of the Department of Health.


Diabetes: Pupils

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Health what discussions he has had with Ministerial colleagues in the Department for Children, Schools and Families on the provision of training for school staff in supporting schoolchildren with diabetes; and if he will make a statement.
Answer

The Secretary of State for Children, Schools and Families and the Secretary of State for Health meet regularly to discuss matters of interest to the two Departments. This has included the child health strategy, due later this year, which will cover a range of issues including the care of children with long-term health conditions, such as diabetes.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
483 c1219W; 239235
Session
2007-08
Subjects
Children Diabetes Pupils
Link
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