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Written question asked by Lord Colwyn (Conservative) on Monday, 12 October 2020, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 26 October 2020. It was answered by Lord Bethell (Conservative) on Wednesday, 21 October 2020 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Dental Health

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government when they plan (1) to confirm the funding, and (2) to announce the timing, of the next Adult Dental Health Survey.

Answer

Funding has been received for 2019/20. The Adult Dental Health Survey protocol has been developed and stakeholder engagement completed. Funding for 2020/21 would enable the commencement of the survey fieldwork. The COVID-19 pandemic is likely to impact on the clinical examination.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL9021
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Finance Dental health
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk