Paudge Connolly (Cavan-Monaghan, Independent)
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Question 186: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the most recent advice that is available to her from her expert body on fluoridation that was recommended by the Forum on Fluoridation; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [33824/06]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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The terms of reference of the Expert Body on Fluorides and Health are:

To oversee the implementation of the recommendations of the Forum on Fluoridation

To advise the Minister and evaluate ongoing research — including new emerging issues — on all aspects of fluoride, its delivery methods as an established health technology

and, as required, to report to the Minister on matters of concern at his/her request or on own initiative.

Consistent with the terms of reference the Expert Group provides advice on an ongoing basis. The most recent significant policy advice was in relation to a reduction in fluoride levels in the water supply.

I hope to bring regulations before the House shortly to give effect to this.