PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Radiology: Staff (17 October 2024)
Question Asked
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to increase the number of NHS (a) radiologists and (b) oncologists.
Asked by:
Mr Clive Betts (Labour)
Asked by:
Mr Clive Betts (Labour)
Answer
We are committed to training the staff we need, including radiologists and oncologists, to ensure patients are cared for by the right professional, when and where they need it.
We will ensure that the number of medical specialty training places meets the demands of the National Health Service in the future. NHS England will work with stakeholders to ensure that any growth is sustainable and focused in the service areas where need is greatest.
Answered by:
Karin Smyth (Labour)
22 October 2024
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