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Minamata Convention decision on phasing out amalgam

Addressing the feasibility of proposed timescales with crucial supply issues, plus debate in parliament.

Northern Ireland: Pay uplift approved

Dentists to receive backdated uplift, with commitments to prioritising future pay awards.

Informative new videos for Mouth Cancer Action Month

Access short videos on detecting and preventing mouth cancer, produced with input from Professor Gerry McKenna, Vice Chair of the Northern Ireland Council.

Learning disability and autism training for clinical and administrative staff

Guidance on what members of the practice team need to do for both parts of mandatory Oliver McGowan training.

12 percent ARF hike only adds to pressure on dentists

General Dental Council confirms it will raise the Annual Retention Fees (ARF) by 12.4% in 2026. Every penny of this increase must be justified.

Appalled but not surprised: the reality of illegal tooth whitening

BBC investigation lifts lid on fraudsters endangering patients

Professional bodies demand end to attacks on overseas workforce

Healthcare professionals from ‘international backgrounds, or perceived as ethnically distinct from the majority population, are facing a campaign of anti-migrant rhetoric’

Northern Ireland: Cost-of-Service Review gets underway

Detailed study set to examine practice costs to provide care.

New version of the GDC’s Scope of Practice guidance

The revised document is intended to help dental professionals interpret their roles and responsibilities.

Scotland: Combined Practice Inspection consultation survey

Dentists working in Scotland are being asked to complete a survey to help inform a review of the Combined Practice Inspection process.

Wales: Launch of Vision Paper for the Community Dental Service

Renewed focus on the challenges facing the service, with stakeholders calling for action on workforce, access and leadership.

Scotland: Additional SDR changes from 1 November 2025

The Scottish Government has responded to our calls by bringing forward a number of amendments to the Statement of Dental Remuneration (SDR).

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Webinar: GDS contract in Wales

The new GDS Contract in Wales is currently undergoing parallel processes of the Government passing the legislation and devising the details of operation. In this free webinar, members of the Welsh GDP Committee’s negotiation team will share their insights, consider the detail and respond to members' questions regarding the new contract model.

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Learning and development

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Whitening and resin infiltration workshop

Join Linda Greenwall online for a live demonstration, and follow along at home with materials provided, on how to remove white spots from teeth using icon resin infiltration.

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Join our starting out in the UK lecture series: expert-led sessions on everything from NHS frameworks to ORE preparation. Become an Essential Affiliate member for £33 and attend free, or book your place if you’re already a member.

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Blogs in focus

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NHS dentistry: Fund it or lose it

Eddie Crouch on why real reform depends on Ministers turning promises into action.

Blog Wednesday 15 Oct 2025

Northern Ireland: Social connection, support and CPD at branch events

Derek Manson reflects on a busy year and looks forward to the autumn events.

Blog Thursday 9 Oct 2025

The concerning rise in violence and abuse within the Community Dental Services

Despite treating some of the most vulnerable patients, dentists face increasing threats to personal safety.

Blog Wednesday 8 Oct 2025

SAS dentists as leaders

Anna Dargue, SAS dentist, on raising awareness of the profession and the various roles SAS dentists undertake.

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