§ Mr. Wilsonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what was the rates burden on the Scottish health boards in the years 1983–84 and 1984–85; and what is the figure for 1985–86.
§ Mr. John MacKayIn 1983–84 and 1984–85 health board expenditure on contributions in lieu of rates was £41.1 million and £43.1 million respectively. Information on 1985–86 is not yet available centrally.