NHS DENTISTRY IN WALES

Early day motion 1062, tabled 17 November 2005 by David Jones (Conservative). Signed by 18 members.

That this House considers that dental care is an essential component of a comprehensive healthcare service; notes with concern the decline in the availability of NHS dental care in Wales; notes further that in the areas of some local health boards there are no dentists willing to register new adult NHS patients; recognises that many patients are unable to pay for private treatment; is concerned at the potential adverse effects on the dental and overall health of Welsh patients; and calls on the Government to urge the Welsh Assembly Government to work with the dental profession with a view to agreeing a new NHS service contract that will receive the support of dental practitioners.

Signatures by party: Conservative 6, Liberal Democrat 4, Plaid Cymru 3, DUP 2, Labour 1, Respect 1, UUP 1.