§ Mr. Ernie Rossasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make funds available for a free travel-to-work scheme for all staff employed at Ashludie, Royal Dundee, Liff and Strathmartine hospitals as a measure to recruit and retain staff at these hospitals.
§ Mr. Allan StewartThe hon. Member wrote to my right hon. Friend and I shall be replying shortly. There are no plans to reintroduce a free travel concession for hospital staff. The present arrangements do not appear to be a significant deterrent to recruitment or retention of staff.