HC Deb 19 June 1963 vol 679 cc77-8W
Mr. Millan

asked the Secretary of State for Air what are the qualifications required for the trade of nursing attendant in the Royal Air Force; and what is the kind and length of training provided in the service for this trade.

Mr. H. Fraser

Candidates must pass a test to show that they have the capacity

made or approved from my research fund:

to learn the trade. Training consists of 11 weeks theoretical work and 9 weeks practical nursing in a Royal Air Force Hospital.

Mr. Millan

asked the Secretary of State for Air how many nursing attendants there are at present in the Royal Air Force; and how far the figure is short of requirements.

Mr. H. Fraser

1,616 against a requirement of 1,804.