Norfolk

Local Dental Committee

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Norfolk LDC Meetings

The next LDC meeting will take place at the Assembly House in Norwich.

Date: 18 May  2026, 7.00 PM

Jan, Mar (6.30pm), May, Sep, Nov, Jan 2027

We encourage all local practitioners to attend and contribute to discussions affecting dentistry in Norfolk.

NHS Dental Contract Reform

Major NHS dental contract reforms are now being introduced across England during 2026/27.

    Current changes include:
  • Quality and prevention-focused care
  • Revised payment structures
  • Urgent and unscheduled care requirements
  • New quality improvement programmes
  • Changes affecting practice remuneration and activity monitoring
Practices are advised to review implementation guidance carefully.

Prevention & Recall Interval Quality Programme

NHS England has launched a 2026/27 quality improvement programme focusing on clinically appropriate recall intervals and prevention-based care. Participating providers may receive additional funding support linked to programme completion.

Access to NHS Dentistry

Access to NHS dentistry remains a major issue across Norfolk and England, particularly in rural communities. Government and NHS England continue to announce reforms aimed at:

  • Increasing urgent care appointments
  • Improving continuity of care
  • Supporting workforce retention
  • Improving access for high-needs patients

CQC Inspection & Compliance Updates

Dental practices should remain alert to:

  • Increasing CQC assessment activity
  • Governance and documentation expectations
  • Updated guidance on inspections and compliance
  • Single Assessment Framework requirements
  • Data protection and CCTV guidance

  • See the latests LDC minutes for the following;
  • Secondary Care
  • Dental Advisors report
  • CDS update
  • *** CFDP under 12yr-old for surgical cases. It may be necessary to write a referral letter direct to the Oral Surgery Department (NHS.net) as under 12s not yet accepted via FDS
  • Orthodontic contract
  • WT&E NHSE East of England update
  • ICB Merger - transition period underway
  • NHS dentistry contract: quality and payment reforms
  • NHS England ORCDO
  • N&W ICB report
  • GDPC report
  • UEA Dental School
  • CMA & private dentistry

Regional Workforce & Training 

Discover a rewarding career in dentistry—right here in Norfolk!


Make a real difference in people’s lives while building a respected, stable, and well-paid profession. With growing demand for skilled dental professionals, Norfolk offers excellent training opportunities, supportive communities, and a great quality of life. Start your path to a bright, smile-filled future today!

Annual LDC Conference 2026

Annual LDC Conference 2026

The conference is an opportunity for all delegates to make a contribution to shaping dentistry and patient care.

If you would like to attend, please contact Jason Stokes

Thursday 4 – Friday 5 June 2026
The Manchester Deansgate Hotel

Norfolk Local Dental Committee
Secretary: Jason Stokes
Email: norfolkldc@gmail.com

For:
  • Local professional issues
  • NHS contract concerns
  • Workforce matters
  • Agenda items for meetings
  • Representation and support requests