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House of Lords – Q&A – 27 October 2025

House of Lords – Q&A

Last month the following two questions were proposed to the House of Lords:

1 – what steps are the government taking to support expanding employer-led return-to-work schemes for those with mental health conditions?

2 – what steps they are taking to address the number of those who are economically inactive due to long-term sickness?

 

HOUSE OF LORDS Q&A – 1

HOUSE OF LORDS Q&A -2

NHS Dental Treatment information

Here is a free, plain-English guide on Free NHS Dental Treatment, covering who’s eligible, what proof is needed, and how to apply. It’s aimed at helping people understand their rights and avoid unnecessary dental costs.

You can see it here:

AGM 2025 – Board election results

An election took place and the following results were announced at the AGM on 29 May 2025:

Re-elected:

Helen Kay

Elected:

Shriti Pattani

Janet O’Neill

Additional Board member appointed:

Nicola Neath

Appointed Deputy Chair by the Board at their meeting on 8 May 2025:

Kevin Bampton

Directors that stood down at the AGM:

Joy Reymond

Robin Cordell – Robin will remain as a member of the Council for Work and Health as the FOM representative.