Written question asked by Clive Betts (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 October 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 21 October 2025 (named day). It was answered by Stephen Kinnock (Labour) on Wednesday, 22 October 2025 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.
Drinking Water: South Yorkshire
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if he will consult people in South Yorkshire about the potential fluoridation of drinking water.
- Answer
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The 10-Year Health Plan for England confirmed that we will assess the feasibility of the further rollout of water fluoridation where oral health outcomes are worst.
The National Dental Epidemiology Programme (NDEP) for England: oral health survey of 5 year old schoolchildren 2024 showed Yorkshire and the Humber to have the second highest prevalence of tooth decay by region in England.
We are currently engaging with Yorkshire Water on whether water fluoridation arrangements would be operable and efficient. This requirement must be completed before any subsequent decision and public consultation to fluoridate drinking water in South Yorkshire.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 82274
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Drinking water Public consultation Fluoride South Yorkshire
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- 2025-10-22 09:40:55 +0100
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