HC Deb 27 February 1956 vol 549 cc81-2W
Dr. D. Johnson

asked the Minister of Health the number of times the Medical Practices Committee met during 1952, 1953. 1954 and 1955; and how many members were present at each meeting.

Mr. Turton

79, 76, 75 and 83 times, respectively. The average number of members present at each meeting was approximately eight out of a possible nine.

Dr. D. Johnson

asked the Minister of Health the names of the members of the Medical Practices Committee now, and in 1953; with what organisations he has consulted prior to their appointment; what Regulations he has made with respect to their appointment, tenure of office and vacation of office; and what officers he has provided for the service of the committee.

Mr. Turton

The following is the information required:

1953

  • Dr. Dornan (Chairman).
  • Dr. P. V. Anderson.
  • Dr. D. B. Evans.
  • Dr. Annis C. Gillie.
  • Dr. J. E. Murphy.
  • Dr. J. C. Pearce.
  • Dr. J. A. Pridham.
  • Mr. H. Lesser, O.B.E., LL.B.
  • Mr. R Wilberforce, O.B.E.

1956

  • Dr. Dornan (Chairman).
  • Dr. P. V. Anderson.
  • Dr. Annis C. Gillie.
  • Dr. F. Lishman.
  • Dr. A. N. Mathias.
  • Dr. J. A. Pridham.
  • Dr. G. P. Williams.
  • Mr. H. Lesser, O.B.E.. LL.B.
  • Mr. R. Wilberforce, O.B.E.

The British Medical Association was consulted prior to their appointment. The answer to the third part of the Question is the National Health Service (General Medical and Pharmaceutical) Regulations, 1954 (paragraph 8); and to the fourth part, a secretary and twelve supporting staff.