Written question asked by David Crausby (Labour) on Monday, 23 October 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 30 October 2000. It was answered by Yvette Cooper (Labour) on Monday, 30 October 2000 on behalf of the Department of Health.

Dept of Health

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health, what plans he has to extend fluoridation of drinking water; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Crausby: To ask the Secretary of State for Health what plans he has to extend fluoridation of drinking water; and if he will make a statement. [134359] Yvette Cooper: We will be discussing the systematic review of water fluoridation produced by the University of York with representatives of the water industry. We will also be encouraging health authorities with high levels of dental decay to consider fluoridating their water as part of their overall oral health strategy. The report of the evidence review will help ensure that local decisions are based on an authoritative, readily accessible summary of research into the safety and efficacy of water fluoridation.

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