Posts Tagged ‘politics’
Bradford MP calls for urgent action to avoid dental crisis
The MP for Bradford South has called on the government to take urgent action in a bid to avoid a dental crisis in her constituency. Labour MP Judith Cummins has encouraged ministers to act quickly while speaking at a debate in the House of Commons. The debate took place after a Freedom of Information request […]
Local councillor criticises planned changes to community dental services in Lampeter
Proposed changes to community dental services and health services provided at a health centre in Lampeter have come under fire from local councillor, Hag Harris. Cllr Harris, the town mayor, has criticised plans put forward by Hywel Dda University Health Board, stating that it is unfair to expect patients from Lampeter to travel to other […]
British Dental Association sets out “Six Point Manifesto” for Politicians this Election
On 8th June, residents of the UK will go to the polls to vote for who they wish to lead the country. Many issues have been the prime focus, but the British Dental Association have created a six point plan to ensure oral health is not left out of the agenda and avoid “political indifference” […]
Sugar tax to be enforced in April 2018 following parliamentary vote
Members of Parliament have voted in favour of enforcing a sugar tax, which will come into play in April 2018. Parliament voted in favour of the levy as part of budget plans, which were up for debate before MPs take time away to campaign for the General Election in June. New taxes will mean that […]
Alex Salmond visits Aberdeen Dental School on Campaign Trail
Scottish First Minister, Alex Salmond, has visited Aberdeen dental school as part of his campaign trail. The First Minister visited the brand new, state of the art facility for the second time this year, as he stressed to health professionals and members of the public that he would protect NHS services and invest further in […]
Andrew Lansley set to address dentists
Andrew Lansley, the Secretary of State for Health, will address dentists at the British Dental Conference and Exhibition on Thursday 19th May, it has been confirmed. Mr Lansley will speak on the first day of the conference, which will take place at the Central Convention Complex in Manchester. Mr Lansley will talk about […]
Political aspirations quashed for hygienist Minetti
Silvio Berlusconi’s dental hygienist will not be able to run in Italy’s regional elections. Former showgirl Nicole Minetti, 25, was asked by the Italian prime minister, 73, to run for his party People of Liberty after she put a smile back on his face following an attack where he lost two of his teeth. However, […]
