New Health Secretary Has Opportunity For Change, Says British Dental Association

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Article Date: 10 Jun 2009 - 5:00 PDT

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The British Dental Association has welcomed the appointment of Andy Burnham as the new Secretary of State for Health. Mr Burnham replaces Alan Johnson, who has accepted the role of Home Secretary.

John Milne, Chair of the BDA's General Dental Practice Committee. Said:

"The BDA offers its congratulations to Mr Burnham on his appointment and looks forward to working with him and his team.

"Professor Jimmy Steele's Review of dentistry, which is due to be published this summer, provides an opportunity for real improvements in dentistry. We look forward to its publication and considering its proposals and how the delivery of NHS dentistry can be improved for patients and practitioners."

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