Petition · Department of Health and Social Care
Fund school dentists for every school
Closed
68 signatures
What the petition asks
We want the government to bring back school dentists. Many children in the UK struggle to access NHS dental care.
We think that every child should be able to access a free dentist and the government has failed to provide necessary basic dental care to children.
We think that every child should be able to access a free dentist and the government has failed to provide necessary basic dental care to children.
We think the current system is not working and dentists have cited a lack of investment from successive governments.
We think this basic standard of healthcare is being denied to under 18s to keep their teeth and gums healthy, free from infection and ensure they receive necessary orthodontic treatment. Due to the increased cost of living, many parents cannot afford private treatment.
We think this basic standard of healthcare is being denied to under 18s to keep their teeth and gums healthy, free from infection and ensure they receive necessary orthodontic treatment. Due to the increased cost of living, many parents cannot afford private treatment.
Timeline
| 13 Mar 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 13 Sep 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
68
Status
Closed
Department
Department of Health and Social Care
Opened
13 Mar 2025
Closed
13 Sep 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 16 Aug 2026.