HC Deb 14 June 1999 vol 333 cc9-10W
Mr. Etherington

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what additional money he plans to make available to health authorities to establish hospital-based dental anaesthesia services for dental general practice. [86160]

Mr. Denham

A review of general anaesthesia and sedation with dental treatment is currently underway under the leadership of the Chief Medical Officer and the Chief Dental Officer. The review is due to report by the end of the summer. When we consider the report we will also consider any funding issues.

Mr. Etherington

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what representations he has received regarding the arrangements for dental anaesthesia in dental community services. [86159]

Mr. Denham

Records show that since the General Dental Council's amendment of their ethical guidance last November the Department has received ten letters from hon. Members and seven other letters. There have also been five questions from a Noble Lord about the impact of the General Dental Council's amended guidance.