§ Mr. WallaceTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what expenditure was incurred by his Department in funding the highlands and islands veterinary services scheme in 1991–92, 1992–93, 1993–94 and 1994–95; and what is the estimated expenditure on the scheme for the current year. [20591]
§ Mr. LangThe information requested is set out in the table:
Year Expenditure £000 1991–92 245 1992–93 253 1993–94 259 1994–95 266 The expenditure in the current financial year will depend on the outcome of negotiations which are in progress with the British Veterinary Association.
§ Mr. WallaceTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland when officials of his Department last met representatives of the British Veterinary Association to discuss future arrangements for the highlands and islands veterinary services scheme. 120592]
§ Mr. LangOfficials last met BVA representatives on 19 April. Discussions were very positive and I hope that we will be able to introduce revised arrangements in the near future.