§ Lord McColl of Dulwichasked Her Majesty's Government:
Why there was a 33 per cent. cut in the number of consultant appointments in obstetrics last year; and what was the percentage increase or decrease in consultant appointments in obstetrics for each of the previous five years. [HL3950]
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§ Lord Hunt of Kings HeathInformation about consultant appointments in obstetrics is not available centrally.
§ Lord McColl of Dulwichasked Her Majesty's Government:
How many new obstetric and gynaecological consultant appointments will be required over the next four years; and what plans they have to increase the number of posts. [HL3951]
§ Lord Hunt of Kings HeathIt is for National Health Service trusts and health authorities to decide the number of consultants they require. We are, however, actively engaged in discussions with the NHS about staffing issues in obstetrics and gynaecology, given current concerns.