§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how many cases of fraud against health service managers are currently pending.
§ Mr. SackvilleWe do not routinely monitor the progress of fraud investigation in the national health service.
§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what plans she has to surcharge national health service directors in respect of fraud or incompetence.
§ Mr. SackvilleWe have no such plans.
§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what plans she has to issue revised advice to NHS authorities and trusts on the action to be taken in cases of corruption and fraud.
§ Mr. SackvilleGuidance on action to be taken in the case of fraud is currently being routinely updated and will be issued in due course.