HC Deb 24 February 1983 vol 37 c509W
Mr. Gordon Wilson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will seek to increase the awareness among children of the importance of dental care by recommending an increase in the number of dental auxiliaries working in primary and nursery schools.

Mr. John MacKay

The school dental service has an important role in promoting good dental health among children. It is, however, for health boards to determine their own pattern of service provision, including staffing levels, in the light of the needs and priorities in their area and the resources available to them.