HC Deb 28 June 1991 vol 193 cc574-5W
Mr. Rogers

To ask the Secretary of State for Health (1) what extra costs are envisaged for the employment of management staff and techniques in fund-holding general practices; and whether these will be met by extra payment;

(2) what financial arrangements are being made to ease the transition of fund-holding general practices towards greater managerial responsibility.

Mr. Dorrell

In recognition of their additional management responsibilities fund holders are eligible to claim up to £33,000 assistance with the relevant costs. An allowance of £16,500 is payable for this purpose in the preparatory year.