§ Dr. CableTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what steps he has taken to ensure that community pharmacists are fully represented and involved in the work of the proposed primary care groups. [44146]
§ Mr. MilburnNo final decisions on the proposed governance arrangements of primary care groups or primary care trusts have been made.
§ Dr. CableTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how many and what proportion of Primary Care Group proposals currently under consideration incorporate community pharmacists. [44140]
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§ Mr. MilburnProposals for establishing primary care groups are currently under discussion locally. We have made it clear in guidance that primary care groups, as well as involving general practitioners, community nurses and social services, should also ensure that they involve other health professionals, primary care contractors (including pharmacists), and secondary care clinicians on issues affecting their delivery of care.