HC Deb 02 February 1984 vol 53 c335W
Mr. Merchant

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services when he proposes to adjust the salary structure of architects in the National Health Service as recommended by the appropriate Whitley council.

Mr. John Patten

There has been no recommendation by the appropriate Whitley council concerning the salary structure of architects in the National Health Service.

I am aware of the long-standing anomaly with regard to the pay of the assistant regional grade of works staff, which includes assistant regional architects. I understand that attempts by the council to resolve this matter within the money available for pay have not so far been successful.