Patrick O'Donovan
Question:547 Deputy Patrick O’Donovan asked the Minister for Health if he has any plans to amend the Dentists Act 1985; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25927/11]
View answerTuesday, 27 September 2011
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It is planned to update the legislative provisions in relation to the regulation of dentists, in line with recent legislation for other regulated health care professionals. However, the timeframe is dependent on prioritisation within the Department's overall legislative programme. Work has commenced on scoping the issues involved.