HC Deb 02 February 1978 vol 943 cc259-60W
Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he will give an assurance that the Government will implement the report on Doctors' and Dentists' Pay.

Mr. Ennals

I am happy to reaffirm the existing undertaking that the Government will continue to accept recommendations of the Review Body on Doctors' and Dentists' Remuneration unless

Mr. Orme

The real value of most of the benefits mentioned is substantially higher in 1978 than it was in 1948. Following is the information:

there are clear and compelling reasons for not doing so.