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House of Commons · Petition P002867

Dental provision in North Devon

24 October 2023

Presented 1 time by 0 MPs

NHS

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At a glance

This petition concerning dental provision in north devon was presented to Parliament once by 0 MPs.

Issue summary

The petition highlights the lack of dental provision in North Devon, which has worsened since the pandemic, leading to a critical reduction in health outcomes for residents.

Action requested

The House of Commons urges the Government to assist with emergency dental provision in North Devon.

Key facts

  • 723 constituents from North Devon signed the petition.
  • More than 1,750 constituents have supported the petition, including online signatories.
  • Residents face inability to see a dentist and worsening tooth pain.
  • Long-term changes to increase dentistry workforce are being brought in by the Government but immediate action is needed.

Presentation timeline

MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.

  1. Presented 24 October 2023

    No presenters recorded for this presentation.

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