HC Deb 15 January 1985 vol 71 c108W
19. Mr. Ashley

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what plans he has for the distribution of resources to poorer health districts.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

It is for regional health authorities to allocate funds to health districts. In doing so, we expect them to have regard to the principles set out in the report of the resource allocation working party and also to take account of relevant local circumstances.