§ Mr. Thompsonasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many dietetic advisers he has in his Department.
§ Mr. DeakinsOne full-time professional adviser on dietetics works within the Department's catering and dietetic branch.
§ Mr. Thompsonasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many posts of district dietitian exist (a) in England and (b) in Wales.
§ Mr. DeakinsExisting staffing returns from health authorities to my Department do not require this information, but it is known that approximately half the health districts in England have made or are advertising appointments as district dietitian. I understand from my right hon. and learned Friend the Secretary of State for Wales that there is one district dietitian in post in Wales.