§ Bob RussellTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence (1) what plans he has to change the system of budget and stock controls undertaken by(a) the Medical Supplies Agency and (b) military units whom they serve in the ordering, delivery, storage and use of materials, equipment, drugs and other medical items; and if he will make a statement;[145346]
(2) what budget and stock controls are undertaken by (a) the Medical Supplies Agency and (b) military units whom they serve in the ordering, delivery, storage and use of materials, equipment, drugs and other medical items; and if he will make a statement.[145347]
§ Mr. CaplinThe Medical Supplies Agency (MSA) budget and stock controls are governed by HM Treasury direction on accounts prepared to comply with Government Resources and Accounts Act 2000, MOD 413W Financial Management Policy contained in JSP 462 and MOD Resource Accounting Policy contained in JSP 472. There are currently no plans to change these procedures
MSA produce Agency Annual Accounts audited by the National Audit Office, the most recent Accounts for financial year 2002–03 were laid before Parliament on 16 July 2003 under reference number HC 805
MSA is not responsible for the internal budget and stock controls in respect of the military units whom they serve
§ Bob RussellTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what his proposals are for the future of(a) medical distribution centres and (b) the Medical Supplies Agency.[145348]
§ Mr. CaplinNo decisions or any proposals for the future of(a) medical distribution centres or (b) the Medical Supplies Agency have been taken.
A review is being undertaken and is expected to conclude in the near future. A further announcement will be made to the House when appropriate.