<p>The Government has stated its intention to expand water fluoridation across the North-East of England. Public consultation is proposed to start in 2023. Following the consultation, we will provide an update on the proposals for water fluoridation. The Government sought views on the future consultation process in 2022 with the outcome published and available at the following link:</p><p>https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/water-fluoridation-seeking-views-on-future-consultation-process/outcome/water-fluoridation-seeking-views-on-future-consultation-process-government-response-to-consultation-outcome</p>