28 NOVEMBER 1925, Page 14

[To the Editor of the SPECTATOR.]

SIR,—Might not the difficulty which arose in the case of Sir H. Barker and Dr. Axham be obviated by the issue of annual licences on the part of the G.M.C. to a few approved osteopaths ? The functions of the osteopaths would- be limited in scope and remain under the supervision of the G.M.C. and thus all danger to the public would be avoided. If the word " licence " caused confusion with the L.R.C.P. or L.R.C.S. another word (permission or authorization) might be employed. I believe that a somewhat analogous system obtains for laymen to officiate in churches where ordained clergymen are not available.—I am, Sir, &c.,

H. W. B.