HC Deb 15 November 1983 vol 48 c424W
22. Mr. Chapman

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he is satisfied with the operation of the resources allocation working party system for determining the amount of finance to regional health authorities.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

Yes. The RAWP system has gained widespread acceptance as an effective method for determining financial allocations. The Government remain committed to using it as one of the means of securing a fair distribution of resources to regional health authorities.