§ Mr. GalbraithTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland in which units of Greater Glasgow health report there was the shortfall in pacemakers mentioned in the finance report 88/118(b) of Greater Glasgow health board; what was the initial shortfall; and what is the current figure.
§ Mr. Michael ForsythThis is a matter for the health board. I understand that they have written to the hon. Gentleman asking him to substantiate comments made to the media.
§ Mr. GalbraithTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what are the provisions allowing for the recovery of value added tax in circumstances where boards would otherwise be penalised financially for putting services out to tender.
§ Mr. Michael ForsythThis is a matter for my right hon. Friend the Chancellor of the Exchequer.