§ Sir Richard BodyTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how many health visitors there were in England and Wales for each of the last three years; and what is her estimate of the number for the current year. [27331]
§ Mr. SackvilleThe latest available information relating to England is shown in the table.
Health visitors in England as at 30 September of each year Number of health visitors 1991 10,380 1992 10,250 1993 10,190 Note: Figures are whole-time equivalents rounded to the nearest ten. Source: Non-Medical Workforce Census.
Figures do not include health visitors who work as practice nurses.
Information relating to Wales is a matter for my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Wales.