Written question asked by Evan Harris (Liberal Democrat) on Friday, 1 November 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 7 November 2002. It was answered by Lord Hutton of Furness (Labour) on Thursday, 7 November 2002 on behalf of the Department of Health.

Dept of Health

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health, if he will make a statement on the proposal for a Directive on the recognition of professional qualifications, with reference to its impact on (a) the regulation of health professionals and (b) patient safety. - (Holding answer 6 November 2002).

Answer: Dr. Evan Harris: To ask the Secretary of State for Health if he will make a statement on the proposal for a Directive on the recognition of professional qualifications, with reference to its impact on (a) the regulation of health professionals and (b) patient safety. [79731] Mr. Hutton: [holding answer 6 November 2002]: The draft Directive has been the subject of consultation and continuing negotiation. A number of specific concerns have been expressed about the need to ensure patient safety and service quality, which we will take into account as discussions progress.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 79731; 392 c512-3W;392 c524-5W
Session: 2001-02
Subjects: Health professions EU action Patients Qualifications Protection Reciprocal arrangements Regulation
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk