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Physician Assistants

Commons · Question 73652 · Tabled 1 Sep 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 12 Sep 2025

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Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, whether his Department plans to consult with stakeholders before implementing changes to the (a) role and (b) title of Physician Associates.

Answer

Answered by Karin Smyth, 12 Sep 2025

The Leng Review’s recommendations are far reaching and require cross-system partnership working to be considered, planned, and delivered effectively. The Department, alongside NHS England, royal colleges, and other stakeholders including representatives o...