§ Dr. D. Johnsonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many doctors were employed whole-time in the junior medical grades of registrar and below in the hospital service in Scotland on 30th September, 1963 ; how many of these were born outside Great Britain ; if he will classify his information by grade, speciality and region to enable direct comparison to be made with the figures for 31st March, 1960 and 30th September, 1961 published by him on 25th January, 1963 ; if he is aware that regular collection and publication of this information was recommended by the Joint Working Party on Medical Staffing in the Hospital Service ; and whether he will ensure that this will be done.
§ Mr. Noble: Statistics relating to 30th September, 1963, are now being collected and will be sent to the hon. Member as soon as possible. I am aware of the Working Party's recommendation and I am considering the question of publication.