Oral Answers to Questions

Carol Monaghan Excerpts

Tuesday 8th May 2018 Commons Chamber

[Jackie Doyle-Price]

I am happy to associate myself with the comments of my hon. Friend and those of the Prime Minister. We should leave no stone unturned in making sure that we recruit enough paediatricians to support the service. I reiterate that every effort will be made to ensure that that happens.

[Carol Monaghan (Glasgow North West) (SNP)]

22. Scotland recruits many health professionals from overseas, and that is particularly important for the delivery of healthcare in rural areas. Does the Minister agree that Scotland needs overseas doctors and nurses? What representations has she made to the Minister for Immigration regarding the lifting of the tier 2 visa cap?

[Jackie Doyle-Price]

The hon. Lady will understand that the impact on the workforce is of as much interest to us south of the border as it is to her. We continue to engage in representations with colleagues to address such matters.