§ Dr. Broughtonasked the Under-Secretary of State for Air how many civilian general medical practitioners are employed on part-time medical work by the Royal Air Force; and what are their rates of remuneration.
Mr. WardOne hundred and fourteen. Remuneration varies according to the size of the station and the nature of the duties, which range from the medical care of a small station to the weekly inspection of canteens and workshops. All rates are agreed with the British Medical Association.
§ Dr. Broughtonasked the Under-Secretary of State for Air how many civilian doctors are employed on full-time medical work by the Royal Air Force; what are their duties; and what are their rates of remuneration.
Mr. WardTwenty-seven. Their duties include routine medical examinations, diagnoses and treatment which do not necessitate admission to hospital, emergency attendance, and inoculations. The salary is £1,500 plus a Civil Service Pay Supplement of £35. It is reduced somewhat if the doctor is below the age of 35.
§ Dr. Broughtonasked the Under-Secretary of State for Air how many part-time civilian consultants and specialists are employed in the medical branch of the Royal Air Force; and what are their rates of remuneration.
Mr. WardThirty-four. Six receive honoraria ranging from £360 to £750 a year. Fees of the remainder are from 2–7 guineas for each consultation and 2½-4 guineas for each session as member of a medical board.