Member

On the comments from the noble Lord, Lord Weir, and many other noble Lords about whether a decade is long enough for NI dentistry to adapt to the legislation, the longer transition period is in line with the expert advice provided to the Democratic Scrutiny Committee by the BDA, which is the main organisation we have been dealing with, both on the ground in Northern Ireland and more broadly. It expressed the view that the need for amalgam will much likely be reduced in 10 years’ time because of all the issues raised by other Members of your Lordships’ House. It takes into account Northern Ireland’s current usage and circumstances and is expected to give Northern Ireland dentistry the necessary time to adapt.