§ 24. Ms CoffeyTo ask the Secretary of State for Health if she will make a statement on the cost-effectiveness of general practitioner fund holding.
§ Dr. MawhinneyGeneral practitioner fund holding represents excellent value for money, with improvements to patient care being delivered innovatively and efficiently.
§ 25. Mrs. LaitTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how many general practitioner fund-holding practices are in operation in the South East Thames region; and if she will make a statement.
§ Dr. MawhinneyEighty-eight.