HC Deb 07 December 1950 vol 482 cc519-20
40. Brigadier Clarke

asked the Minister of Health what further economies he proposes to make in the Health Service between now and the end of the financial year; and how far they will necessitate disposing of the services of further registrars.

Mr. Bevan

I would refer the hon. Member to my answer to Questions on 30th November.

Brigadier Clarke

Does the Minister realise that the economies are causing the greatest concern among registrars at the present time?

Mr. Bevan

If the hon. and gallant Gentleman will read my answer—

Brigadier Clarke

I heard it.

Mr. Bevan

Then the hon. and gallant Gentleman has obviously not understood it.

Mr. Snow

Would my right hon. Friend bear in mind, when he does effect this economy of registrars, that the full impact should not be laid at the doors of registrars in non-teaching hospitals, where there is a great deal of talent?