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Written question asked by Callum Anderson (Labour) on Friday, 10 October 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 October 2025. It was answered by Stephen Kinnock (Labour) on Thursday, 16 October 2025 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Fluoride: Drinking Water

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what the timetable is for the extension of community water fluoridation (a) Buckinghamshire and (b) Milton Keynes.

Answer

Water fluoridation at levels recommended in the United Kingdom is a safe and effective intervention to reduce tooth decay and inequalities in dental health.

The Government’s 10-Year Health Plan for National Health Service recovery and reform prioritises prevention.

As part of this strategy, the Government is expanding fluoridation schemes in north east England, aiming to reach 1.6 million more people by April 2030. We will assess further rollout in areas where oral health outcomes are worst.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
80227
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Drinking water Fluoride Buckinghamshire
Link
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