§ 25. Mr. Rankinasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he is aware that local executive councils appointed under the Health Services Act are taking decisions in regard to applications for the basic salary; and, since this is in violation of the terms of the Act which only permits them to make recommendations 136W to the Secretary of State, what steps he proposes to take to bring this practice to an end.
§ Mr. WoodburnDecisions in this matter are properly taken by the executive councils, after consultation with the local medical committee. There is, however, a right of appeal to the Secretary of State against the executive council's decision if the application is refused.