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Health and Social Care Bill

The point that I am making is not so much about the theory as about the practice. We are in a transitional phase with the GMC and, as will shortly be the case, with OHPA. A lot is happening at once; it is quite a major change. I do not doubt that some years down the track what the noble Baroness says will be entirely accepted. As I say, it is not so much that we cannot sign up to the theory of what is happening; our concern is about the practical consequences of the proposals. We need to make sure that they are being handled as doctors would want. I accept the Minister’s basic point. I think that, with the consent of the Committee, it is time to move on, but I once again thank all noble Lords who have contributed. Clause 107 agreed to.