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MPs are due to debate NHS dentistry in the House of Commons as Parliament begins a new week of business. The debate was selected by the Backbench Business Committee and follows continuing concern over access to NHS dental care in England.
Parliamentary briefing material prepared for the debate says MPs are expected to consider patient access, the dental contract and the Government’s timetable for reform. Dental organisations have encouraged MPs to take part and to raise cases from their constituencies.
The debate comes during a week in which MPs are also expected to consider the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill and the National Security (State Threats) Bill. Ministers will face scrutiny across health, security and infrastructure policy as the Commons returns to its regular business.