§ Mr. Gouldasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what progress has been made in establishing a proper career structure for operating department assistants following the recommendations of the Lewis report and the report of the Advisory Committee on Ancillary Staff Training.
§ Mr. Alec JonesThe recommended structure was embodied in a Whitley agreement and sent to employing authorities in August 1973 for implementation.
§ Mr. Gouldasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many regional health authorities provide training schemes for operating department assistants.
§ Mr. Alec JonesSchemes are provided in 11 regions and should soon be provided generally.