Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 57102
Dental Services: Rural Areas
Tabled: 3 June 2025
Answered: 9 June 2025
Question
John Whitby
Labour — Derbyshire Dales
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to reduce waiting times for NHS dentist placements in rural areas.
Answer
Stephen KinnockWe are aware of the challenges faced in accessing a dentist, particularly in more rural and coastal areas, and we are already taking action through the Golden Hello scheme. This recruitment initiative will see up to 240 dentists receiving payments of £20,...
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