§ Mr. CousinsTo ask the Secretary of State for Health which health authorities and trusts had deficits approved in the financial year 1995–96. [394]
§ Mr. HoramThe latest year for which audited accounts are available is currently 1994–95. The audited information for 1995–96 will not be available until late November.
§ Mr. CousinsTo ask the Secretary of State for Health which health authorities and trusts have been given approval to incur deficits in the present financial year; and on what date such approvals were given. [390]
§ Mr. HoramThe forecast financial positions of health authorities and trusts are discussed with the national health service executive regional offices as part of a cycle of planning and regular monitoring reviews. These outturn positions are therefore subject to revision as a result of any action agreed at these reviews. The specific approval of deficits does not therefore arise.