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Radiology: Staff

Asked by Mr Clive BettsLabourDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 22 October 2024UIN 9695

The question

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.

Answered by Karin Smyth

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.

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