by Webmaster | Apr 29, 2024 | Case News, News
In a fitness to practise case that has been ongoing for a number of years, the HCPC eventually dropped the case against our client. In this case, the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) decided to proceed with the fitness to practise case against my client, GB,...
by Webmaster | Apr 22, 2024 | Doctors Law
Under certain circumstances, the GMC can take into account a doctor’s history even where previous cases resulted in no regulatory action. A doctor’s fitness to practise history When the General Medical Council (GMC) refers to a doctor’s fitness to practise...
by Webmaster | Apr 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
The GMC has changed its guidance for circumstances where allegations of dishonesty and violence might not impact on public safety. We look at the guidance and the implications for doctors. Guidance when violence and dishonesty may represent a lower risk to public...
by Webmaster | Apr 2, 2024 | Nursing Law
If a concern is deemed serious & credible, the NMC will open an investigation, including consideration of early admissions. However, careful consideration should be given to early admissions. NMC Investigations If a concern is considered serious and within the NMC...
by Webmaster | Mar 25, 2024 | Doctors Law
Understanding the GMC Fitness to Practice Processes and Rules Unfortunately, doctors in the UK should treat investigations by the GMC as an ‘occupational hazard’. The trauma experienced by a doctor facing a full GMC investigation cannot be overstated – and the phrase...
