The National Health Service (Pilot Schemes: Financial Assistance for Preparatory Work) Regulations 1997
These Regulations empower Health Authorities in England and Wales and Scottish Health Boards to give financial assistance to persons wishing to participate in a pilot scheme for the provision of personal medical services under the National Health Service (Primary Care) Act 1997. Payments may be made in respect of work reasonably undertaken in connection with the preparation of proposals for the pilot scheme.