§ Rev. Martin Smythasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what criteria were used in drawing up the list of organisations which will be represented on the Central Medical Advisory Committee for Northern Ireland.
§ Mr. Chris Patten[pursuant to his reply, 8 March 1985]: The committee does not claim to be representative of medical organisations in Northern Ireland, for its members are appointed in a personal, as opposed to a representative, capacity. Members are expected by virtue of their qualifications and experience to provide resolved advice to the Department across the spectrum of medical services.
§ Rev. Martin Smythasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland if he will provide places on the Central Medical Advisory Committee for representatives of junior doctors in Northern Ireland, in the same way as for the equivalent medical advisory machinery in England and Scotland.
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§ Mr. Chris Patten[pursuant to his reply, 8 March 1985]: The representation of junior doctors on the committee is due to be discussed at its next meeting which is to be held later this month. A decision on the provision of the places will be taken immediately thereafter. The medical advisory machinery in Northern Ireland differs from that in Great Britain, making comparisons difficult. Junior doctors are, however, already represented on the two subcommittees of the Central Medical Advisory Committee covering hospital services and general medical care services.