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Clinical Psychologists: Training

Asked by James MacClearyLiberal DemocratDepartment of Health and Social CareTabled Answered 5 February 2026UIN 109711

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of limited spaces for the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology on workforce diversity and access to the profession.

Answered by Karin Smyth

No assessment has been made. The Government is fully committed to attracting, training, and recruiting the mental health workforce of the future, including clinical psychologists.

We will publish a 10 Year Workforce Plan to set out action to create a workforce ready to deliver the transformed services set out in the 10-Year Health Plan.

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