§ 22. Dr. Millerasked the Secretary of State for Scotland what representations have been made to him on behalf of medical laboratory technicians employed in Scottish hospitals and other laboratories.
§ Mr. MonroTwo representations have been received this year; both were about salaries, a revised grading structure and the representation of Staff Side interests on the Whitley Council.
§ Dr. MillerWill the hon. Gentleman not be too complacent about the relatively small number of complaints or representations which he has received, because he will get more? Will he accept from me that it is shameful that while general practitioners in Scotland are earning £7,000 a year there are technicians, without whom the Health Service could not function, taking home £15, £16 or £17 a week? Is he aware that in a recent award some were given the magnificent extra sum of £1 per year?
§ Mr. MonroI understand the hon. Gentleman's interest in this case. It is a matter for the Whitley Council which, I understand, will be considering a claim for increased salaries quite soon.
§ Mr. DalyellWhat is being done about the revised grading structure?