Health written question – answered at on 13 September 2006.
To ask the Secretary of State for Health
(1) how many NHS hospitals will have hosted independent treatment centres by December 2006;
(2) what the average cost to an NHS Trust of hosting one independent treatment centre was in the last period for which figures are available.
There are currently 14 open independent sector treatment centre facilities sited on national health service property with a further three facilities planned before December 2006. In addition one facility sited on NHS property has completed its contract.
Arrangements are agreed locally but no 'hosting' costs should be incurred by the NHS body. The provider may pay the NHS rent for the use of the land or facility or for the provision of any services such as maintenance, cleaning, security etc.
Yes1 person thinks so
No2 people think not
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