Written questions

Dentistry: Migrant Workers

Commons · Question 51255 · Tabled 9 May 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 22 May 2025

Question

Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential contribution of overseas recruitment in helping to tackle NHS dental workforce shortages.

Answer

Answered by Stephen Kinnock, 22 May 2025

National Health Service dentistry has always valued the vital contribution made by internationally trained staff in delivering high quality dental care. At the same time, we are committed to growing homegrown talent and giving opportunities to more people...