§ Dr. MurrisonTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what the average age at retirement of GP principals was in each year since 1974. [9058]
§ Mr. HuttonInformation in the form requested is not available. The indicative average retirement age, based on past experience, of principal and assistant medical practitioners, in normal health, at each quinquennial valuation of the National Health Service Pension Scheme for England and Wales is set out in the table.
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Valuation Period Average Age Men Average Age Women 1984–1974 63.5 62.0 1989–1979 62.0 61.0 1994–1984 62.0 61.0 service framework makes it clear that mental health service providers should ensure that specific arrangements are made for the provision of advocacy services.
§ Mr. HealdTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how much of the money to improve wards and conditions for psychiatric patients announced on 6 April has been spent; and where and when. [9512]
§ Jacqui Smith£5 million was allocated for 2001–02 as follows:
Valuation Period Average Age Men Average Age Women 1969–1989 62.0 61.0 1974–1994 62.5 62.5 1979–1999 62.5 62.5