§ Mr. WorthingtonTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what plans he has for improving the supply of speech therapists in Scotland.
§ Mr. Michael Forsyth[holding answer 16 March 1990]: A new manpower planning steering group has been set up; regular staffing surveys are undertaken; employment initiatives to improve the retention and recruitment of staff are being developed; limits on the recruitment of students have been lifted and the provision of places is regularly monitored; refresher courses for returners are planned. Regular meetings are held with the profession about training and other manpower issues.