HC Deb 27 February 1986 vol 92 cc678-9W
Dr. McDonald

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will publish in the Official Report the number and proportion of hospital appointments in the associate specialist grade in obstetrics and gynaecology.

Mr. Hayhoe

At 30 September 1985 in England there were 35 associate specialists in obstetrics and gynaecology —1.1 per cent. of all doctors in the specialty and 4.1 per cent. of all medical associate specialists.

Dr. McDonald

asked the Secretary of State for Social Services if his Department plans to phase out the associate specialist grade in obstetrics and gynaecology; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Hayhoe

No.