§ Mr. AustinTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what the breakdown is by(a) gender and (b) ethnic origin of the newly-appointed nurse consultants. [120005]
§ Ms Stuart[holding answer 20 April 2000]: On 18 January approval was given for National Health Service bodies to establish 141 new nurse, midwife and health visitor consultant posts. The appointment process is under way but has not been completed. Data on the gender and ethnic origin of those appointed are not yet available.