Expression of interest for focus group participation

As the trade union for dentists in the UK, we're interested in monitoring how self-employment is valued and perceived. 

We are keen to bring together groups of self-employed associates and practice owners to discuss the pros and cons and hopes for the future. 

Who does this concern?
NHS dentistry in Scotland and Northern Ireland is different because associates have their own NHS contract. This makes employment status for associates in Scotland and Northern Ireland less applicable.

What are we interested in?
We will be holding three focus groups and each will begin with us objectively presenting the legal differences between employment and self-employment. There will be unbiased information about tax differences.  We'd like to get your thoughts on what you hear, what you've experienced and what you think would benefit the profession and patients in the future. 

If you are interested in participating in a focus group with peers in the same employment situation as yourself, please complete this form. 

Dates for the online meetings
9 June 2021
29 June 2021
7 July 2021