§ Mr. WallaceTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what was the level of expenditure on the highlands and islands veterinary services scheme in 1994– 95; and what is the estimated expenditure in 1995–96 and 1996–97. [12574]
§ Mr. Michael Forsyth[holding answer 1 February 1996]: In the financial year 1994–95 a total of £231,717 was expended on the Highlands and Islands veterinary services scheme. Planned provision in 1995–96 and 1996— 97 is just under £300,000.
§ Mr. WallaceTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland how many practices have resigned from the highlands and islands veterinary services scheme since 1 January 1995. [12575]
§ Mr. Forsyth[holding answer 1 February 1996]: There have been no resignations from the highlands and islands veterinary services scheme since 1 January 1995.