§ Mr. HarveyTo ask the Secretary of State for Health if the money which he has promised to tackle waiting lists represents an additional financial commitment distinct from previous commitments; and if he will make a statement. [111421]
§ Mr. DenhamBaseline allocations to health authorities for 2000–01 were announced on 21 December 1999. The total sum of £34 billion included £276 million to lever performance for waiting lists and times. This is over and above funds given for waiting lists and times in 1999–2000.