Written questions

Dentistry: Apprentices

Commons · Question 50026 · Tabled 2 May 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 3 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if he will make an assessment of the potential impact of introducing dental apprenticeships on shortages of dental professionals in each region.

Answer

Answered by Stephen Kinnock, 3 Jun 2025

Ministers regularly meet with Cabinet colleagues to discuss a range of issues.Dental apprenticeships are available for roles such as dental nurses and technicians but are not available to become a qualified dentist. These apprenticeships provide skills an...