Written question asked by Earl Howe (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 October 2003. It was answered by Baroness Andrews (Labour) on Monday, 6 October 2003.

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Andrews, Baroness

Question

Whether and to what extent the introduction of rules relating to retention of employment has been a contributory factor to delays in finalising private finance initiative contracts for acute hospitals since May 2001. [HL 4346].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 4346; 653 c44WA

Session

2002-03

Subjects

Conditions of employment Contracts Construction Administrative delays Hospitals Private finance initiative Acute beds