Patrick O'Donovan
Ceist: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]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 September 2011
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]
Amharc ar fhreagraIt 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.