§ Mr. RedmondTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how many trainee nurses there were(a) in 1988 and (b) in 1992; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mr. SackvilleThe information is shown in the table.
In training population—England. Years ended 31 March 1988 and 31 March 1992. 1988 1992 Pre-registration 58,901 51,901 Post-registration 6,485 4,049 Total pre and post registration 65,386 55,950 Source:
English National Board for nursing, midwifery and health visiting.
The level of qualified nursing and midwifery staff in post has remained virtually static over this period, thus reducing the overall demand for newly qualified staff.