§ Mr. Barry JonesTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales how many general practitioner budget status applications he has received in Wales; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. GristApplications for recognition as a fund-holding practice from I April 1991 were required to be made by 1 November. Eight applications were received from practices in Wales although one of these has since withdrawn. The seven practices have been authorised to undertake the preparatory work. Formal offers of practice funds will be made early next year.