AQW 14597/22-27 Written question to the Minister of Health
To ask the Minister of Health for an update on the Dental Access Scheme.
Asked by Nuala McAllister MLA on 6 September 2024
- Answered
- Written
- Tabled
- 6 September 2024
- Answer due by
- 23 September 2024
- Answered
- 20 September 202414 days after tabling
- Department
- Department of Health
- Priority question
- No
Answer
A Northern Ireland-wide Dental Access Scheme (DAS) commenced on 1st August 2024. This new scheme aims to improve access (during the working week) for unregistered patients experiencing an emergency, urgent, or pressing dental condition. There are currently 28 practices participating in the scheme and over 1200 patients were seen as part of the scheme in its first four weeks. Details of the scheme (including participating practices) can be viewed at: https://online.hscni.net/dental-access-scheme/