§ 40. Mr. Molsonasked the Minister of Health why Mr. Tierney, Gladstone Street, Glossop, who seeks employment as an optician under the National Health Scheme was told in a letter dated 15th September to apply to the Central Professional Committee and was told by the Central Professional Committee in a letter dated 20th October to apply to the Ministry of Health; when the tribunal to consider such cases will be appointed; and whether he will forthwith authorise the employment of Mr. Tierney as an optician under the National Health Scheme.
§ Mr. BevanThe letter of 15th September was based on a misunderstanding which I much regret. I am considering Mr. Tierney's application in consultation with the Central Professional Committee, and will let him, and the hon. Member know the decision as soon as possible. Consideration of such applications need not await the tribunal's appointment.