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Care homes for older people: national minimum standards and the Care Homes Regulations: third edition (revised)

This document contains a statement of national minimum standards published by the Secretary of State under section 23(1) of the Care Standards Act 2000. The statement is applicable to care homes (as defined by section 3 of that Act) which provide accommodation, together with nursing or personal care, for older people. The regulations incorporate amendments made by S.I. 2002 No. 865. Stationery Office Publication

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