§ Mr. SpellarTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what studies he has commissioned regarding estate management and property maintenance in the NHS in Scotland.
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§ Mr. Stewart[holding answer 6 May 1994]: Estate management and property maintenance in the NHS in Scotland is monitored on a continuous basis by the NHS management executive and studies relating to particular aspects are undertaken as required. This work is supported by a computerised data profile which assists the monitoring of performance targets, and informs consideration of the estate maintenance and investment requirements suggested by regular property condition surveys.