asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether she is satisfied with the working of the new system of national insurance contribu- 77 the revenue allocation to health authorities has a sufficient growth to match inescapable commitments and demographic factors. This has meant taking a larger cut on capital for 1976–77 than previously envisaged.tions; and whether she will make a statement.

Three weeks is too short a period on which to judge the working of the new arrangements.