§ Mr. Sproatasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether he will make a statement on the progress made with the harmonisation of professional qualifications within the EEC.
§ Mr. John DaviesDraft directives for the mutual recognition of qualifications are under consideration in the European Community over the range of professions and occupations listed in my reply of 8th February 1973 to the hon. Member for Goole (Dr. Marshall).—[Vol. 850, c.171–2.]
Discussions are continuing. Professions and educational interests are being brought into full consultation at every stage.
I would also refer my hon. Friend to the reply by my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Social Services on 2nd November 1973 to the hon. Member for Willesden, West (Mr. Pavitt).—[Vol. 863, 32–3.]