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Physician and Anaesthesia Associate Professions Independent Review

2026-06-24 · Department of Health and Social Care · 13315 · Official question

Shockat Adam

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what progress he has made in implementing the recommendations of the independent review of Physician Associate and Anaesthesia Associate roles.

Answer

The Government accepted all 18 recommendations of the independent review of physician associate and anaesthesia associate roles published in July 2025, with implementation subject to consultation and further work where required. The Department is now work...