§ Mr. ShawTo ask the Secretary of State for Health when he plans to hold discussions with the Small Practices Association in respect of the proposals referred to in the NHS Plan. [139938]
§ Mr. DenhamI have agreed with the Small Practices Association that we should meet to discuss our proposals, and the concerns that some people have about them, when detailed proposals are more fully developed.
In the meantime, and at my instruction, senior officials maintain regular contact and an ongoing dialogue with the Small Practices Association on all matters affecting small and single-handed general practice.