§ Sir D. Kaberryasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the amount of salary now being paid to the chairmen of regional and area health authorities; how many chairmen are in receipt of that amount; and how many have agreed to serve without payment.
§ Mrs. CastleRemuneration of £2,000 a year is payable to chairmen of regional and area health authorities. Information about the number of chairmen who have elected not to receive remuneration is not available centrally. Inquiries are being made and I will write to the hon. Member as soon as possible.