HC Deb 23 February 1966 vol 725 cc100-1W
106. Mr. Buchanan-Smith

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he is aware that the American Medical Association has lifted its ban on foreign medical students working in United States hospitals; and what estimate he has made of the effect of this action on the staffing of hospitals in Scotland.

Mr. Ross

I understand that the American Medical Association proposes to allow British students to take vacation work which will further their medical education. This decision, which would be a return to a long-standing practice, is not likely to have any significant effect on the staffing of Scottish hospitals.

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