NHS Dentistry: Recovery and Reform Debate

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Bob Seely

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NHS Dentistry: Recovery and Reform

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Wednesday 7th February 2024

(9 months ago)

Commons Chamber
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Victoria Atkins Portrait Victoria Atkins
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The hon. Gentleman has quoted Healthwatch. I presume that he will also be gracious enough to acknowledge that the move to introduce 15 dental vans has, in fact, been welcomed by Healthwatch.

Bob Seely Portrait Bob Seely (Isle of Wight) (Con)
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We need more NHS dentistry on the Isle of Wight. I welcome this recovery plan, but can the Secretary of State tell me by when my constituents will see its benefits?

Victoria Atkins Portrait Victoria Atkins
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By 1 March, because that is when the new patient premium comes into force. Other aspects will take a little longer, but we are clear about the immediate benefits, and we want to get those out to people as quickly as possible.

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