Petition 1125 (pdf size 69 KB posted 21.02.2008)
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Petition by
David Manion
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Open Petitions - Petition PE1125
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Petition by David Manion, on behalf of Age Concern Scotland, calling on the Scottish Parliament to urge the Scottish Government to review and raise the current rate of Personal Expenses Allowance, which does not reflect the true cost of living, to allow care home residents to have independence, dignity and a good quality of life.
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Petitioner:
David Manion
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| On behalf of: Age Concern Scotland |
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Number of signatures:
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5266
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Date lodged:
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21 February 2008
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| SPICe Briefing: Briefing for PE1125 |
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Summary:
Written Submissions for PE1125
18 March 2008 : The Committee agreed to write to the Scottish Government seeking a response to the issues raised in the petition. Link to Official Report 18 March 2008
23 September 2008 : The Committee agreed to write to the Scottish Government to ascertain what plans it has to conduct a specific review of the Personal Expenses Allowance as requested by the petitioner and to state that, if it has no plans, why not.Link to Official Report 23 September 2008
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