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GDC consultation signals a shift in early‑stage fitness to practise decision‑making — what dentists need to know

GDC consultation signals a shift in early‑stage fitness to practise decision‑making — what dentists need to know

by Webmaster | Aug 14, 2026 | GDC

Overview  GDC launches consultation on new guidance shaping early fitness to practise decision‑making. Clearer criteria for assessing conduct, health and communication concerns. More structured thresholds for escalation — especially in behavioural cases. Faster triage...
GDC consultation signals a shift in early‑stage fitness to practise decision‑making — what dentists need to know

High Court warns against prolonged interim orders in fitness to practise cases

by Webmaster | Aug 14, 2026 | Doctors Law, Fitness to Practise, GDC, Nursing Law

Overview The High Court refused the NMC’s application to extend an interim order, criticising aspects of the regulator’s handling of the fitness to practise case.The judgement reinforces that an interim order cannot become a substitute for progressing a...
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