§ Mr. AllenTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Services what guidance is issued to employing authorities regarding the negotiation of contracts with consultants.
§ Mr. NewtonGuidance on the contracts of consultants is contained in "Personnel Memorandum PM(79)11", a copy of which has been placed in the Library.
§ Mr. AllenTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Services what is his policy on the payment of different rates to consultants employed by the National Health Service in different geographical areas.
§ Mr. NewtonConsultants working in the London area receive London weighting. Apart from this, all consultants are paid on a single national scale, which is the subject of a recommendation by the Review Body on Doctors' and Dentists' Remuneration.