§ 33. Mr. CanavanTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland how many expressions of interest have now been made for self-governing hospitals and other national health service units; and how many formal applications have been submitted.
§ Mr. Michael ForsythFour expressions of interest in NHS trust status have been received, but these have not yet progressed to the formal application stage.
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§ 48. Mr. Malcolm BruceTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations he has received regarding the establishment of national health service self-governing trusts.
§ Mr. Michael ForsythRepresentations have been received on a number of aspects relating to the establishment of NHS trusts. Four expressions of interest are currently being pursued.