North Wales Assembly Member Siân Gwenllian seeks a dental school to address 40% vacancy rate, rejected by Welsh Government due to financial constraints.

North Wales Assembly Member Siân Gwenllian has called for a dental school in Bangor to address urgent dental service needs, noting a 40% vacancy rate in local practices. While Senedd members support the proposal, the Welsh Government has rejected it, citing financial constraints. Health Secretary Jeremy Miles acknowledged the need for improvements but emphasized that increasing training places alone wouldn't resolve access issues, requiring additional reforms.

October 10, 2024
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