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Written question asked by Baroness Finlay of Llandaff (Crossbench), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Baroness Thornton (Labour) on Tuesday, 6 April 2010.


Health: Doctors

Question
To ask Her Majesty's Government what action they are taking regarding junior doctor training within the scope of the European working time directive.
Answer

There is a review under way, which is looking at the impact of the European working time directive on junior doctors' training in the reduced hours environment. This is independently headed by Professor Sir John Temple, on behalf of Medical Education England.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
2894; 718 c407WA
Session
2009-10
Subjects
Resident doctors EU law Training Working hours
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk