§ 33. Mr. Lathamasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what response he has received from the Pharmaceutical Services Negotiating Committee to his recent announcement of a new review body; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Dr. VaughanI am pleased to say that the full committee has ratified the agreement which I reached with its representatives on 9 June and reported to the House later that day.—[Vol. 986, c. 70–80.] This agreement covered both the terms of reference of an independent review panel and other outstanding matters relating to retail pharmacists' remuneration. The agreed terms of reference of the new panel are
To advise the Secretary of State on any aspect of gross remuneration of chemist contractors providing Part II NHS pharmaceutical services and to act as a means of resolving disputes: either side to be able to refer a dispute to the Panel.