<p>The European Qualifications (Health and Social Care Professions) (Amendment etc.) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019 provide for the automatic recognition of relevant dental qualifications obtained in the European Economic Area and Switzerland for a period of at least 24 months from the end of the transition period, 48 months for Swiss qualifications.</p><p> </p><p>The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care is required under Regulation 14 of this legislation to carry out a statutory review of these arrangements after the end of the 24 month period. This review began at the start of 2023. Automatic recognition of qualifications will continue unless and until further legislation is introduced to amend or end these arrangements.</p>