HC Deb 31 January 1975 vol 885 c360W
Mr. Gould

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what progress has been made in establishing a proper career structure for operating department assistants following the recommendations of the Lewis report and the report of the Advisory Committee on Ancillary Staff Training.

Mr. Alec Jones

The recommended structure was embodied in a Whitley agreement and sent to employing authorities in August 1973 for implementation.

Mr. Gould

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many regional health authorities provide training schemes for operating department assistants.

Mr. Alec Jones

Schemes are provided in 11 regions and should soon be provided generally.