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Dentistry in England

This thread tracks the policy, regulatory and contractual reform of NHS dentistry in England — covering the dental contract reform programme, annual patient-charge uplifts under the NHS Act 2006, CQC regulation of dental providers under the 2008 Regulated Activities regime, and parliamentary scrutiny of access and workforce.

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16 Dec 2025 | Government response linked direct

Government response to consultation on NHS dentistry contract: quality and payment reforms

Why linked: The formal government response to the 2025 consultation, confirming new complex care pathways, urgent care requirements, and the legislative timetable — a key decision document.

The government aims to introduce legislation where necessary to support implementation of proposals from April 2026. The government's ambition is to deliver fundamental contract reform before the end of this parliament.

In response to: NHS dentistry contract: quality and payment reforms

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13 Jul 2023 | Consultation outcome Department of Health and Social Care linked direct

Post-implementation review of regulations relating to the Care Quality Commission

Why linked: Post-implementation review of the regulations relating to the CQC — direct evidence base for the regulated-activities regime governing dental providers.

We're seeking feedback from all providers of a regulated activity that are registered with the Care Quality Commission in England on regulations made under the Health and Social Care Act 2008.

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