§ Mr. TouhigTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales if he will make a statement on the future of the proposed rheumatology service for Gwent following the withdrawal of one of the consultants. [17419]
§ Mr. RichardsThe provision of this service is a matter for Gwent Health Commission and its providers. However, I understand that interviews for a replacement consultant rheumatologist will be held this month. Gwent Health Commission assures me that arrangements have been put in place to provide consultant cover until this post is filled, so that the quality and level of service will not suffer.