What plans it has to integrate the NHSiS with the voluntary sector in relation to medical research.

The Scottish Executive recognises and encourages the valuable contribution that the voluntary sector makes in raising funds for and in commissioning medical research. We are also committed to ensuring that our agencies, non-departmental public bodies and the NHSiS actively encourage and promote the work of the voluntary sector. As an example of this, the Chief Scientist's office is currently funding a small research project to the value of over £8,000 on enhancing the relationship between health voluntary organisations and the NHSiS.The Scottish Executive has no plans, however, for the integration of the NHSiS with the voluntary sector in relation to medical research.