Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 73652

Physician Assistants

Tabled: 1 September 2025
Answered: 12 September 2025

Question

Edward Morello

Liberal Democrat — West Dorset

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

Karin Smyth
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...
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