Gynaecologist Peter Schlesinger says he wants to return to work at Princess Margaret Hospital after a statement by Swindon and Marlborough NHS Trust saying that he has been suspended pending a disciplinary investigation.

Having been acquitted of assaulting a child, Mr Schlesinger was suspended on full pay following his arrest on January 8 last year.

Mr Schlesinger said he was told the suspension was lifted on November 19 last year but he has still not been allowed to resume duties at PMH.

"I want to get my life back in order," he said today. "I am very appreciative of the support of many people, especially patients and GPs."