Written question asked by Andrew Cooper (Labour) on Thursday, 27 February 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 March 2025. It was answered by Stephen Kinnock (Labour) on Wednesday, 19 March 2025 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.
Fluoride: Drinking Water
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of introducing a national water fluoridation strategy.
- Answer
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Water fluoridation is an effective population measure that reduces tooth decay. It should be used to complement other effective methods of increasing fluoride use, as set out in the statement by the UK Chief Medical Officers, which is available at the following link:
On 7 March 2025, we confirmed plans, following public consultation, to expand provision of water fluoridation in the north east of England. The outcome report is available at the following link:
There are no current plans for a national water fluoridation strategy. Any decisions on the future expansion of water fluoridation will be based on oral health needs, funding, and will be subject to public consultation.
Secondary information
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- Written question
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- 34466
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Drinking water Fluoride
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