That’s according to Sarah Buxton, a solicitor and director at the award-winning firm, FTA Law.
The UK approved the Pfizer/BioNTech Vaccine for Coronavirus on 2 December.
With the roll-out of this vaccine to dental professionals expected in the upcoming months, this brings a variety of issues relating to whether it is mandatory.
Sarah, who specialises in providing HR and employment advice to the dental and healthcare industry, is warning practice owners to seek legal advice before forcing or asking employees to have the vaccination.
The current UK legislation, The Public Health (Control of Disease) Act 1984, prohibits powers on mandatory medical treatment, including vaccines.
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