HC Deb 23 July 1971 vol 821 cc372-3W
Dr. Summerskill

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many consultant posts in obstetrics and gynaecology are vacant; and what steps he is taking to fill them.

Sir K. Joseph

The equivalent of just under 21 whole-time posts at 31st March, 1971, the latest date for which figures are readily available. It is the responsibility of hospital boards to fill vacancies and the steps taken will depend on the circumstances of each case.