§ Mr. Craigenasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how long on average it takes to process forms F1D before those on low incomes are reimbursed for paying for dental treatment.
§ Mr. NewtonPrecise information is not available but it is estimated that the average clearance time for the authority for reimbursement, (form F6) from local offices in the Glasgow area to the health board is four to five working days. Repayment to the patient by the board takes approximately two weeks.