§ Mr. Bill O'BrienTo ask the Secretary of State for Health if he will make a statement on the future of medical acupuncturists who practise the traditional acupuncture service. [177054]
§ Mr. HuttonOn 2 March, the Department published proposals for the statutory regulation of herbal medicine and acupuncture practitioners. The consultation period closes on 7 June. We are aware of the interests of both medical and traditional acupuncturists and will consider their representations very carefully.