HC Deb 06 June 1946 vol 423 c373W
Sir E. Graham-Little

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he is aware that there is a waste of specialist surgical experience in the R.A.M.C., India Command, as in an example furnished to him of a London graduate, holding the qualifications M.S., F.R.C.S., assigned to duties within the capabilities of a G.D.O.; and, in view of the sense of frustration amongst these officers, if he will rectify the position.

Mr. Lawson

Every effort is being made in India and elsewhere to economise in specialist establishments wherever possible, but difficulties are presented by the fact that units are scattered over large distances and may require specialist assistance at short notice. I am inquiring into the specific case of alleged waste of specialist skill of which the hon. Member has sent me particulars.