HC Deb 05 July 1951 vol 489 cc241-2W
96. Mr. Hastings

asked the Minister of Health what professional organisations of chiropodists he has now recognised; and how far membership of any particular organisation makes a chiropodist eligible for employment in the National Health Service.

Mr. Marquand

I have not recognised any professional organisation as such, and no chiropodist can claim to be eligible for a post in the National Health Service simply by virtue of membership of a particular organisation. To be eligible, a new entrant must not only have passed the appropriate examinations but should also have received suitable training. This principle applies to new entrants to the other medical auxiliary services in the National Health Service.

99. Mr. E. Fletcher

asked the Minister of Health what representations he has received from members of the Joint Council of Chiropodists with regard to the recommendations contained in the Cope Report; and whether he will make a statement.

Mr. Marquand

I have received representations suggesting that the recommendations of the Cope Committee's Report on chiropodists will endanger the livelihood of members of this organisation because their qualifications were not acceptable to the Committee. I have explained that the recommendations are concerned solely with employment in the National Health Service, and do not affect practice elsewhere.