The Programme for Government 2025 includes a commitment to examine the administration of dermal fillers as an area of priority, with a goal to ensure that dermal fillers are administered only by trained healthcare professionals. A report by the Health Research Board is expected within the first half of the year, which will contribute to informing my Departments approach to delivering this commitment.

Once received, my Department will undertake a detailed review of the report, including related policy analysis and an assessment of broader implications arising, to inform appropriate next steps in this area. We also plan to engage with stakeholders as part of the programme of work to progress this matter.