§ Mr. Reidasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement on the level of proposed cuts in the consultant and administrative nursing staff in Scotland over the next two years.
§ Mr. Harry EwingMy right hon. Friend has no plans to seek a reduction in the numbers of medical and dental consultants or administrative nursing staff in this period. Changes in population may, however, require health boards to review staffing levels in particular areas.