§ Mr. Ronnie CampbellTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what steps are being taken by the Northumberland Ambulance Trust to persuade leading ambulance men to opt out of the Whitley Council pay and conditions; how many ambulance men have stayed within the Whitley Council agreement; and what disciplinary action has been taken against them.
§ Mrs. Virginia BottomleyStaff transferring to trust employment retain their existing terms and conditions of service. Changes in terms and conditions of service are a matter for the trust and staff together and can be negotiated at any time after transfer.
§ Mr. Ronnie CampbellTo ask the Secretary of State for Health if he will list the current full salary and total expenses allowances and other emoluments and payments in kind to the chief ambulance officer in the Northumberland Ambulance Trust.
§ Mrs. Virginia BottomleyNo. That is a matter for the board of directors of the trust.