§ Mr. Rookerasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what amounts have been paid to architects in respect of the proposed Queen Elizabeth Medical Centre, Birmingham; how much of this has been in respect of fees for work done; and how much in lieu of contract delay or postponement.
§ Dr. OwenTotal fees so far paid to design consultants, including architects, are £1.236 million, of which £183,000 is in respect of buildings already completed. The balance of £1.053 million is in respect of design work carried out on schemes which are not included in the 1975–76 building programme. Claims for further fees have been received and are being examined by the regional health authority.