§ Lord Hayhoeasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether any indication can be given to independent hospices of the extra funds which they will receive out of the extra £2 billion being allocated to the National Health Service as announced in the Budget Statement. [HL1888]
§ Lord Hunt of Kings HeathThe additional moneys announced in the Budget will help the National Health Service to meet local pressures, to tackle waiting and to provide fair and convenient services. The first £600 million of new money for the NHS in England has already been allocated, improving the position of local services. Independent hospices as part of the local health community may benefit from this improved financial position, according to local needs and priorities.