Written question asked by Jim Cousins (Labour) on Tuesday, 20 June 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 4 July 2000. It was answered by John Denham (Labour) on Tuesday, 4 July 2000 on behalf of the Department of Health.

Dept of Health

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health, What steps he is taking to increase recruitment and retention of scientific staff in the NHS. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Mr. Cousins: To ask the Secretary of State for Health what steps he is taking to increase recruitment and retention of scientific staff in the NHS. [127532] Mr. Denham: The National Advisory Group for Scientists and Technicians has been charged with developing plans to improve work force planning, education, training and career development among that group of staff. The Department of Health is also developing a specific strategy for improving recruitment and retention, liaising closely with employers, professional bodies and trade unions to raise the profile of the work of scientists.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 353 c140W; 127532
Session: 1999-00
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: NHS Recruitment Staff National Advisory Group for Scientists and Technicians Clinical scientists
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