HC Deb 15 May 1991 vol 191 cc207-8W
Dr. Godman

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he has received any requests from the Governments of central and eastern European countries concerning(a) the enactment of legislation concerning the provision of personal social services, (b) the setting-up of departments of social work and (c) the training and employment of social workers; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Lang

There have been no requests of the kind referred to.

Dr. Godman

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he has any proposals to extend the period of training undertaken by those seeking to become registered social workers; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Michael Forsyth

There is no procedure or requirement for the registration of social workers in the United Kingdom. I do not currently propose to extend the period for basic social work training.