Regulation resolution solicitors
Defending Healthcare Professionals with Insider Experience.
Doctors | Nurses | Pharmacists | Dentists | Social Workers | Students
We defend all regulated healthcare professionals including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, social workers and students.
When your registration, reputation or career is under threat, early advice changes everything.
Regulation Resolution Solicitors is a specialist defence firm built for regulated healthcare professionals facing their most serious challenges.
Founded by former chief prosecutor Jonathan Meadows, the firm brings insider understanding of how powerful regulators think and operate, and applies that experience to defending doctors, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, social workers, students and other practitioners when their registration, reputation or career is at stake.
The range of legal problems we defend, include:
Fitness to Practise
We’re here to defend your registration and reputation before all the healthcare regulators. Having an expert at hand can heavily influence a positive outcome.
NHS Performers List
We can prevent a suspension or removal from the list. The focus is on safeguarding your future with the regulator and keep you practising your career and following your chosen path.
Criminal Law
From day one at the police station, we can represent and advise you how to handle the PACE interview. What happens in the interview can determine the outcome of your case.
Employment Law
Matters we deal with include, disciplinary, dismissal, discrimination and whistleblowing cases. Successfully defending these matters can positively impact any regulatory proceedings.
Inquests & Inquiries
We can protect your position and reduce your regulatory or employment risks.
The goal is to protect your healthcare career.
Criminal Records Deletion
We can help remove eligible cautions, arrests and convictions that may otherwise tarnish your professional record and hinder your career prospects.
Disclosure and Barring issues (DBS)
Previously known as CRB checks, we act for clients in ‘minded to bar’ cases, challenging referrals and protecting your rights to work in healthcare.
What our clients say
Healthcare Professionals:
Why use Regulation Resolution Solicitors?
Regulation Resolution Solicitors is a one-of-a-kind, specialist defence law firm built by a former regulation chief prosecutor. We are a single point of defence for regulated practitioners, protecting their registration, liberty, and careers.
Our competitors defend cases. Using insider knowledge, we go one step further using our prosecution and defence experience to shape our regulatory strategies, anticipating how the regulator will handle matters.
Not only that, but we also offer an in-house service with our integrated expertise from former regulators who’ve prosecuted these cases. Whereas, many firms, for instance, can independently offer regulatory, criminal, or employment advice and representation, we do all of this at Regulation Resolution Solicitors.
This means your case is not dealt with by multiple solicitors who don’t speak to each other and the miscommunications problems that can occur through a lack of coordination. We are the only firm that deals with all the seven areas under one roof with expert practitioners.
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How will you benefit from our service?
We can build your defence from day one, advising on initial response letters, witness statements, and evidence submission. If your case gets to a hearing, we’re ready for the regulator.
This means you can continue to have an income while the regulator continues their investigation. Remember, every day counts, so if you’re at risk, speak to us today.
Unlike criminal solicitors who have no knowledge of healthcare regulatory matters, we can advise on both regulatory and criminal matters, such as being released for further investigation, bail conditions, cautions, and charges, alongside the regulatory matters. For instance, criminal defence solicitor with no knowledge of healthcare regulations may not know the implications for their client if they accept a caution. That’s why it’s important to have a solicitor onboard who is knowledgeable in both areas.
Healthcare employers are legally bound to refer dismissed practitioners to the regulator. Most employment lawyers don’t have the legal knowledge and experience to understand the link between dismissal matters and potential regulatory implications.
We can ensure the inquest’s findings are accurate, fair, and don’t create evidence trails that could negatively impact your career.
Spent convictions and police warnings can block initial registration, trigger enhanced DBS checks, or require disclosure to regulators. Removing the problem will give you peace of mind.
Most healthcare practitioners don’t realise they can challenge ‘minded to bar’ decisions and content referrals. Once barred by the DBS, you can’t work in healthcare of social care and your career is finished. We can stop that by intervening early to stop the barring. And if you are already barred, we can appeal the decision.
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Abuse of Process and Delay in Fitness to Practise Proceedings: When Will a Tribunal Stay a Case?
— the question is whether the delay has caused serious prejudice that makes a fair hearing impossible. Delay caused by the complexity of the case, or by the registrant’s own actions, will never found a stay. Is there a time limit on fitness to practise allegations? The rules referred to above do not impose a […]
Read More HCPC Hearings: What to Expect at the Health and Care Professions Tribunal Service
HCPC hearings are fitness to practise proceedings run by the Health and Care Professions Tribunal Service (HCPTS), the adjudication arm of the Health and Care Professions Council. An independent three-member panel decides whether the allegations are proved, whether your fitness to practise is impaired, and what sanction — if any — to impose. If you […]
Read More GMC Owes No Duty of Care to Doctors Under Investigation — Suresh v GMC [2026] EWCA Civ 955
In a judgment handed down on 24 July 2026, the Court of Appeal in Suresh and Others v General Medical Council [2026] EWCA Civ 955 has confirmed that the General Medical Council (GMC) does not owe a common law duty of care to doctors who are the subject of a fitness to practise investigation. For […]
Read More HCPC Delays Under Fire: What the PSA’s Latest Review Means for Registrants
Last reviewed by Jonathan Meadows (Solicitor, Regulation Resolution) on 21 July 2026. Quick answer. The Professional Standards Authority’s 2025/26 performance review found the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) met only 3 of 5 fitness to practise standards — and 16 of 18 overall, down from 17. The PSA identified “avoidable and/or unexplained significant delays […]
Read More PSA v NMC and Tchampet: High Court Replaces Suspension with Striking-Off
Last reviewed by Jonathan Meadows (Solicitor, Regulation Resolution) on 21 July 2026. Quick answer. In Professional Standards Authority v NMC and Tchampet [2026] EWHC 141 (Admin) (30 January 2026), the High Court allowed a section 29 appeal by the PSA and substituted a striking-off order for the nine-month suspension an NMC panel had imposed on […]
Read More NMC Fitness to Practise Rule Changes: What Nurses and Midwives Need to Know
Last reviewed by Jonathan Meadows (Solicitor, Regulation Resolution) on 21 July 2026. Quick answer. On 23 April 2026 the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) asked its Council to approve changes to its Fitness to Practise Rules, intended to make proceedings faster and fairer. The five key changes: appointing Legally Qualified Chairs to Practice Committee panels; […]
Read More DBS Barring Appeals in 2026: What the Upper Tribunal Is Telling Us
Last reviewed by Jonathan Meadows (Solicitor, Regulation Resolution) on 21 July 2026. Quick answer. A run of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) appeals has reached the Upper Tribunal (Administrative Appeals Chamber) in 2026 — including SA v DBS [2026] UKUT 232 (AAC), MK v DBS [2026] UKUT 159 (AAC), JG v DBS [2026] UKUT 131 […]
Read More Day-One Prescribers and Fitness to Practise: Risks in the New GPhC Advice
Last reviewed by Jonathan Meadows (Solicitor, Regulation Resolution) on 21 July 2026. Quick answer. The General Pharmaceutical Council’s June 2026 advice to newly qualified prescribing pharmacists is more than induction guidance — it sets the benchmark against which prescribing concerns will be judged in fitness to practise proceedings. Its warning that unsafe prescribing could result […]
Read More GPhC Advice for Newly Qualified Prescribing Pharmacists: What It Means for You
Last reviewed by Jonathan Meadows (Solicitor, Regulation Resolution) on 21 July 2026. Quick answer. On 10 June 2026 the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) published advice for pharmacists who qualify from summer 2026 under the 2021 initial education and training standards and join the register as independent prescribers from day one. The advice tells new prescribers […]
Read More Delay and Interim Orders: The Case for Change
Why an interim order imposed years after the event may be wrong in principle — and why registrants across every regulator should not simply accept it.
Read More GMC Appeal Solicitors
If an MPTS tribunal has reached a decision you believe is wrong, you may be able to appeal it to the High Court, but the window is short and the grounds are technical. We advise doctors on whether an appeal is realistic, on what grounds it can be brought, and on getting it filed correctly […]
Read More Coroners Inquest Solicitors
For a healthcare professional, an inquest is rarely just an inquest. What you say in the coroner’s court can shape a later regulatory referral, which means the two cannot be handled in isolation. We prepare you for your evidence, protect your position on questions such as the duty of candour, and keep one eye on […]
Read More Fitness to Practise Solicitors
Fitness to practise proceedings are longer, more layered and more punishing than most professionals expect. The NMC process alone runs to around sixteen stages, supported by more than a dozen separate guidance documents. We are fitness to practise solicitors who map that entire route for you, so nothing lands as a surprise and every decision […]
Read More Professional Misconduct Solicitors
A misconduct allegation is rarely as simple as “did it happen or not.” Regulators ask a layered set of questions: was there misconduct, was it serious, is your fitness to practise impaired as a result, and what does the public interest require. Answering the wrong one of those questions, however sincerely, is one of the […]
Read More Regulatory Law Solicitors
When your regulator opens an investigation, you are not in an ordinary legal dispute. You are inside a process with its own rules, its own thresholds, and its own idea of what the public interest requires. We are regulatory law solicitors who act exclusively for regulated professionals, and we understand that process from the inside, […]
Read More NMC Restoration: How to Get Back on the Register After Being Struck Off
A striking-off order feels final. For many nurses and midwives it marks the lowest point of their professional lives — but it is not necessarily the end of them. The law provides a route back: restoration to the NMC register. It is deliberately demanding, and unprepared applications fail. This guide explains who can apply, when, […]
Read More The GPhC Register: How to Check a Pharmacist’s Registration — and What to Do If Something Is Wrong With Yours
Every pharmacist and pharmacy technician practising in Great Britain must appear on the register held by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), and every registered pharmacy premises is listed too. Employers, locum agencies and members of the public check it constantly. This guide explains how to search the GPhC register and what the entries mean — […]
Read More GDC Hearings: What to Expect, the Possible Outcomes, and How Dentists Should Prepare
A referral to a hearing before the General Dental Council is the most serious moment in a dental professional’s career. Whether you are a dentist, dental nurse, hygienist, therapist or technician, the panel that hears your case has the power to restrict, suspend or end your registration. This guide explains how GDC hearings actually work, […]
Read More How Long Does a GMC Investigation Take? A Stage-by-Stage Timeline for Doctors
“How long will this take?” is usually the first question a doctor asks after receiving a letter from the General Medical Council — often before “what could happen to me?” It’s the right question: GMC investigations hang over careers, job applications, revalidation and family life for as long as they run. This guide sets out […]
Read More NMC Hearings: What to Expect, Whether You Should Attend, and How to Prepare
If your case has been referred to a hearing before the NMC’s Fitness to Practise Committee, you are at the most serious stage of the process — the stage where your registration can be restricted, suspended or removed. This guide explains how NMC hearings work, answers the question every registrant asks (“should I attend?”), and […]
Read More How to Check the NMC Register — and What to Do If Something Is Wrong With Your Registration
Every nurse, midwife and nursing associate practising in the UK must be on the register held by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Employers check it before every appointment, agencies check it before every shift, and members of the public can check it too. This guide explains how to search the NMC register, what the […]
Read More NMC v Pestano : Open Justice, Interim Suspension and Public Interest Explained
Nursing and Midwifery Council v Pestano EWHC 1412 (Admin): Anonymity and Interim Suspension in Fitness to Practise Proceedings This article analyses Nursing and Midwifery Council v Pestano EWHC 1412 (Admin), an important Administrative Court decision addressing anonymity applications and interim suspension orders in professional discipline proceedings. The court refused both an anonymity order and an application to […]
Read More High Court overturns NMC panel for flawed fact‑finding: what Davies v NMC EWHC 1139 (Admin) means for fitness to practise cases
Introduction This recent High Court decision provides powerful guidance on how fitness to practise panels must approach evidence, credibility, the burden and standard of proof, and the duty to give adequate reasons. For healthcare professionals facing investigation, it highlights arguments that can make a decisive difference at case preparation, hearing, and appeal. In Davies v […]
Read More Key takeaways from Thampi v General Medical Council
In Thampi v General Medical Council EWHC 1036 (Admin), the High Court upheld the finding that Dr Thampi’s fitness to practise was impaired, but allowed the appeal on sanction and substituted no further action for a three-week suspension. The judgment is an important reminder that consent and communication failings can justify impairment even where there is no […]
Read More Grzelczak v GDC: High Court cuts erasure to suspension in racist email case
The High Court’s recent decision in Grzelczak v General Dental Council EWHC 890 (Admin) offers a reminder to regulators – and courts – that while racist misconduct is indeed serious and worthy of sanction it is not always irremediable misconduct. In this GDC fitness to practise appeal, the General Dental Council (GDC) had imposed erasure on a dentist for sending racially […]
Read More Court of Appeal clarifies when GMC appeals are “brought” in time
The Court of Appeal has delivered an important decision for doctors and other professionals appealing fitness to practise sanctions, in Eskander v General Medical Council EWCA Civ 372. The central issue was whether a doctor’s statutory appeal to the High Court had been brought in time, and, if not, whether the court could and should extend […]
Read More Under-Prosecution and Panel Errors in Fitness to Practise: Practical Lessons from PSA v NMC (EWHC 637 (Admin))
Overview The High Court (Butcher J) in PSA v Nursing and Midwifery Council & Anor (EWHC 637 (Admin)) reviewed a fitness to practise determination arising from allegations of multiple non-consensual sexual acts between military nursing colleagues. The court held that the regulator’s failure to secure key witnesses’ evidence compounded errors by the panel at the […]
Read More Interim Orders in Fitness to Practise Proceedings: What Every Regulated Professional, Insurer and Broker Must Know
If you are a regulated professional, receiving notice of an interim order hearing is one of the most stressful moments of your career. Whether you are a doctor facing a GMC interim suspension, a nurse dealing with an NMC interim order, a dentist before the GDC, or a professional regulated by the HCPC, GPhC, or Social Work England, the stakes are […]
Read More Artificial Intelligence in Dental Practice: What Dentists – and Their Insurers – Need to Know About Fitness to Practise Risk
Introduction: A New Risk Frontier for Dentists and Insurers AI is moving rapidly from theory to chairside reality in general dental practice, specialist clinics and corporate chains. Dentists are adopting AI tools for radiograph analysis, caries detection, treatment planning and clinical note‑taking to improve accuracy and reduce admin time. At the same time, these systems […]
Read More How to Appeal a GMC Fitness to Practise Decision | Expert Legal Guide
How to Appeal a GMC Fitness to Practise Decision: A Step‑by‑Step Guide for Doctors If the Medical Practitioners Tribunal (MPT) has decided to suspend, erase, or impose conditions on your registration, you may have the right to appeal under section 40 of the Medical Act 1983.This guide explains how GMC fitness to practise appeals work, the steps involved, […]
Read More MPT Sanctions, Sexual Misconduct and Racist Conduct: Key Lessons from GMC v Gilbert EWCA Civ 53
Barry Baines explores the recent Court of Appeal decision in General Medical Council v Gilbert & Anor EWCA Civ 53, examining how the judgment reaffirms the limits of the GMC’s right of appeal, the deference owed to tribunal sanction decisions, and the proper approach to serious findings involving sexual misconduct and racist conduct. There are […]
Read More Doctors under the Microscope: the GMC, the DBS and Regulatory Risk.
Doctors under the Microscope: the GMC, the DBS and Regulatory Risk.
Read More Coroner’s Inquest Guide for Healthcare Professionals: Legal Representation and Expert Advice
Expert legal advice for doctors, nurses, dentists and other healthcare professionals facing coroner’s inquests across England and Wales. What Is a Coroner’s Inquest? A coroner’s inquest is a formal judicial investigation into unexplained, sudden or violent deaths. Unlike court proceedings that decide liability, an inquest is a fact‑finding process conducted by an independent judicial officer […]
Read More The Hidden Danger of Using ChatGPT for Fitness to Practise Responses
Why This Matters When facing fitness to practise proceedings before the NMC, GMC, GDC, HCPC, or any UK healthcare regulator, your written response can make or break your case. Yet healthcare professionals are increasingly using ChatGPT to draft regulatory responses – a decision that can catastrophically backfire. This article examines why AI-generated responses create serious […]
Read More Defending DBS Barring While Under Fitness to Practise Investigation
Facing a DBS barring notice at the same time as a fitness to practise investigation can be overwhelming for any healthcare professional. Both processes have the power to end your career and severely damage your reputation. However, with the right legal knowledge and strategic approach, you can present a robust defence that addresses both sets […]
Read More Is the GMC Sanctions Framework 2025 a Positive Step? Main Changes, Risks, and Lessons for Other Regulators
The 2025 General Medical Council (GMC) sanctions framework marks a significant regulatory shift for doctors in the UK. The changes aim to make the fitness to practise process more predictable, transparent, and risk-based. Professionals and policy analysts alike are grappling with the question: Does this framework represent genuine progress for fairer, safer healthcare regulation? Main […]
Read More Are fitness to practise proceedings litigation?
The recent Mazur judgment has reignited debate about the scope of the “conduct of litigation” as defined under the Legal Services Act 2007 (LSA 2007). Specifically, it has called into question who may properly undertake litigation and in what contexts. For anyone working in fitness to practise proceedings, this may prompt you to ask the question, […]
Read More Is the tide turning for Interim Orders in fitness to practise proceedings?
Analysis of Richmond v NMC [2025] EWHC 1828 (Admin) and NMC v Persand [2023] EWHC 3356 (Admin) Introduction: Interim Orders under Judicial Scrutiny Interim orders in professional regulation are intended to protect the public while safeguarding a practitioner’s right to fair process. However, lengthy delays in regulatory proceedings can mean that these temporary measures inflict […]
Read More GMC Fitness to Practise Proceedings: Step-by-Step Guide for Doctors
What Is GMC Fitness to Practise? The General Medical Council (GMC) investigates concerns about a doctor’s conduct, performance, or health that may impact patient safety or public confidence in the profession. The fitness to practise process ensures doctors meet the standards expected in UK medical practice. In short: GMC fitness to practise is the process […]
Read More Freedom of Religious Expression vs. Professional Misconduct: Leger v Secretary of State for Education Analysis
Welcome back to Legal Jukebox Friday! This week, we’re tuning into a crucial High Court judgment concerning freedom of religious expression within the realms of professional misconduct proceedings. Whether you’re a solicitor specialising in regulatory law, a member of a professional conduct panel, or an educator navigating tricky ethical waters, this case is one you’ll […]
Read More Legal Jukebox Friday: Family Court Secrets & Fitness to Practise – A Cautionary UK Tale!
Legal Jukebox Friday: Family Court Secrets & Fitness to Practise – A Cautionary UK Tale! Welcome back to Legal Jukebox Friday, where we break down complex regulatory law with a dash of UK charm! This week, we’re digging into a critical case for solicitors, healthcare professionals, adjudicators, and anyone navigating the tricky intersection of family […]
Read More Navigating NMC Hearings: Key Lessons from Hindle v Nursing and Midwifery Council
Welcome to Legal Jukebox Friday! This weekly feature brings you engaging discussions on legal cases that offer valuable insights for those practising in regulatory law, including solicitors, adjudicators, and healthcare professionals. While some cases might be classics, their relevance endures, making them well worth revisiting. So, grab a drink, relax, and join us for Legal […]
Read More High Court Clarifies Review Powers in PSA v HCPC & Sharf [2025] EWHC 164 (Admin)
High Court Clarifies Review Powers in PSA v HCPC & Sharf [2025] EWHC 164 (Admin) Background In a recent ruling on professional regulation and fitness to practise, the High Court has provided essential clarity on how expiry dates should be handled in regulatory hearings. The case of Professional Standards Authority (PSA) v Health and Care […]
Read More Legal Jukebox Friday: How Interim Orders Impact Regulatory Decisions
Welcome to Legal Jukebox Friday Legal Jukebox Friday is your weekly dose of lively discussions where we randomly select a legal case to explore and why it may assist those practising in regulatory law, including solicitors, adjudicators, and healthcare professionals. While some of these cases may be considered classics, they remain relevant and are worth […]
Read More General Dental Council v Aga [2025] EWCA Civ 68: Court of Appeal Clarifies Suspension Rules
General Dental Council v Aga [2025] EWCA Civ 68: Key Ruling on Professional Misconduct Background In a significant case on professional regulation, the General Dental Council (GDC) successfully appealed a High Court decision that altered the suspension of dentist Nabeel Aga. The ruling clarifies how suspensions should be applied under the Dentists Act 1984 and […]
Read More Dr Sarah Benn v GMC: Activism, Misconduct & Public Trust
Dr Sarah Benn v GMC: Activism, Misconduct & Public Trust Welcome to Legal Jukebox Friday, where we break down key legal cases affecting healthcare professionals, regulators, and decision-makers. This week, we examine Dr Sarah Benn v The General Medical Council—a case that explores the limits of professional activism and regulatory discipline. What Happened? Dr Sarah […]
Read More How to Survive an NMC, GDC, SWE, or GPhC Investigation
So, you’ve received that dreaded letter from your regulator—the NMC, GDC, SWE, or GPhC—informing you that you’re under investigation. Maybe a patient has complained, a colleague has raised concerns, or a minor paperwork error has snowballed into a full-blown crisis. Either way, you’re now in the world of fitness to practise (FtP) investigations, where regulators […]
Read More The Loudest Voice in the Room Doesn’t Always Win
Why an Aggressive Legal Strategy Can Backfire We’ve all seen it—the lawyer who storms into a hearing, voice booming, determined to bulldoze their way to victory. Many believe that the most aggressive advocate is the most effective. But what if I told you that sometimes, the most forceful approach actually leads to the worst outcome? […]
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Read More The Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid in Regulatory Cases: A Guide for UK Professionals
Regulatory cases can be complex and daunting, often carrying severe consequences for professionals across various industries. Whether you’re facing scrutiny from the General Medical Council (GMC), the General Dental Council (GDC), or another regulatory body, it’s crucial to understand and avoid common mistakes that can jeopardise your case. 1. Delaying Action: The Risks of Procrastination […]
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Read More Fresh Beginnings: Discover Our New Brand and SRA Authorisation!
Law Firm Branding | SRA Regulated Law Firm – Free Case Review We’re thrilled to share that we have upgraded our website to better serve our clients. Our firm is now officially authorised by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), and our new branding reflects our commitment to providing exceptional legal services. What’s New? ✅ Fresh […]
Read More Registration vs. Fitness to Practice: A Deep Dive into Ms Doherty v NMC
Welcome to Legal Jukebox Friday: Your Weekly Dose of Legal Insight Registration vs. Fitness to Practice: A Deep Dive into Ms Doherty v NMC Legal Jukebox Friday is your go-to source for engaging legal discussions. Every week, we delve into a randomly selected legal case that’s relevant to regulatory law practitioners, including solicitors, adjudicators, and […]
Read More NHS Leadership Overhaul: Government Unveils Plans for Enhanced Accountability
The UK government is embarking on a transformative journey to reshape leadership and accountability within the National Health Service (NHS) as part of its ambitious 10 Year Health Plan. This initiative aims not only to address long-standing systemic issues but also to restore public confidence in the NHS, ensuring it meets the high expectations of […]
Read More Navigating Police Cautions: Essential Guidance for Regulated Professionals
What Is a Police Caution? Guidance for Regulated Professionals A police caution is a formal warning issued by the police to someone who admits to a minor offence. Accepting a caution is an admission of guilt that is recorded on the Police National Computer, and healthcare professionals regulated by bodies such as the GMC or […]
Read More Legal Jukebox Friday: Exploring Key Regulatory Law Cases
Welcome back to Legal Jukebox Friday! Each week, we dive into a pivotal case that shapes the regulatory law landscape—whether you’re a solicitor, adjudicator, or healthcare professional. While some cases are considered “classics,” their lessons remain vital for navigating complex legal principles, making them worth revisiting. So, grab a cuppa, beer, or wine, and join us […]
Read More The Duty to Cooperate with investigations: Harford and The Nursing and Midwifery Council [2013] EWHC 696 (Admin)
Welcome back to Legal Jukebox Friday! Each week, we delve into a significant case, exploring its relevance for practitioners in regulatory law—whether you’re a solicitor, adjudicator, or healthcare professional. Some cases may be seen as “classics,” but they remain essential guides for navigating complex legal principles, and they’re always worth another look. So, grab a […]
Read More Compassion in Fitness to Practise: Understanding in Action
Fitness to practise investigations are, by their nature, highly stressful. They place practitioners, patients, and witnesses under significant pressure, often in emotionally charged situations. While regulators have a duty to protect the public and maintain professional standards, compassion must sit alongside this obligation. Compassion goes beyond empathy; it requires an active commitment to understanding individuals […]
Read More TikTok Star Struck Off
An orthodontist promoting the controversial “mewing” technique has been struck off the dental register due to serious allegations of malpractice. Mike Mew, who claims that dental issues can be corrected through specific muscle exercises, came under scrutiny after a six-year-old patient suffered seizure-like episodes from his treatment. The General Dental Council (GDC) highlighted that Mew’s […]
Read More Undertakings in Fitness to Practise: A Double-Edged Sword?
Undertakings in Fitness to Practise: A Double-Edged Sword? Undertakings have become an increasingly common tool in fitness to practise proceedings across various healthcare regulators. Whilst ostensibly designed to protect the public, some argue they provide a means for practitioners to sidestep a formal impairment finding. This article examines the dual nature of undertakings and their […]
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Welcome to Legal Jukebox Friday: Legal Jukebox Friday is your weekly dose of lively discussions where we randomly select a legal case to explore and why it may assist those practising in regulatory law, including solicitors, adjudicators and healthcare professionals. While some of these cases may be considered classics, they remain relevant and are worth revisiting. So, […]
Read More Navigating Convictions in Fitness to Practise: PSA v GDC & Naveed Patel [2024] EWHC 243 (Admin) – a shining light
PSA v GDC & Naveed Patel: A Landmark Ruling Reshaping Fitness-to-Practise Cases The recent ruling in PSA v GDC & Naveed Patel marks a significant shift in how fitness-to-practise cases involving criminal convictions are assessed. This landmark decision brings much-needed flexibility and fairness to the regulatory landscape, offering a long-awaited update for regulatory committees and […]
Read More The Michalak v GMC Case: An underutilised Landmark Ruling in Regulatory Accountability
The 2017 Supreme Court ruling in Michalak v General Medical Council [2017] UKSC 71 stands as a pivotal moment in the realm of professional regulation in the UK. This landmark decision has significantly impacted how professionals can challenge their regulators, particularly in fitness to practise matters. By opening a new avenue through Employment Tribunals, the […]
Read More Murdered Baby Finley Boden ‘Should Have Been Protected by Social Workers,’ States Report in The Times
A distressing account detailed in The Times sheds light on the tragic murder of ten-month-old Finley Boden at the hands of his drug-abusing parents and the systemic failures within care agencies. The report uncovers a harrowing reality: Finley suffered a savage attack, enduring 130 injuries inflicted by his parents, Stephen Boden and Shannon Marsden. In […]
Read More The NHS Introduces “Martha’s Rule” to Enhance Patient Communication and Safety
The NHS Introduces “Martha’s Rule” to Enhance Patient Communication and Safety Background: In a bid to address concerns regarding delayed responses to deteriorating patient conditions, the National Health Service (NHS) in England is implementing a new initiative called “Martha’s Rule.” This follows the tragic case of Martha Mills, who tragically passed away in 2021 after […]
Read More Influencer Explosion, Ethical Earthquake: A Guide to Social Media Risks for UK Healthcare Professionals
The surge of healthcare influencers on social media has created a double-edged sword for UK healthcare professionals (HCPs). While these platforms offer opportunities for professional development, public engagement, and connecting with like-minded individuals, the growing influence of online personalities and the ever-evolving social media landscape can leave HCPs navigating a treacherous ethical and legal minefield. […]
Read More A London Surgeon’s Six-Month Suspension: Implications for Medical Workload and Patient Safety
An Unforeseen Incident On September 27, 2022, at the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre, an event occurred that raised concerns about patient safety and medical professional well-being. Dr. Thomas Herbst, an anaesthetist entrusted with safeguarding a patient undergoing shoulder arthroscopy, experienced a lapse in judgment and succumbed to sleep mid-procedure. This incident, fortunately without […]
Read More Navigating the New Terrain: A Closer Look at the 2024 “Good Medical Practice” Update
Navigating the New Terrain: A Closer Look at the 2024 “Good Medical Practice” Update As of 30th January 2024, the General Medical Council’s (GMC) cornerstone guide, “Good Medical Practice,” underwent a significant reshaping. What changed in Good Medical Practice 2024? The updated Good Medical Practice took effect on 30 January 2024. The four core pillars […]
Read More Surge in NMC Investigations following the Lucy Letby conviction
Surge in NMC Investigations In the aftermath of the shocking Lucy Letby story, the regulatory landscape for nursing and midwifery is experiencing an alarming increase in fitness to practise (FtP) referrals and enquiries. Monthly cases have reached an all-time high, with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) receiving 578 FtP referrals in September alone – […]
Read More Empowering Healthcare Heroes: The Story of Regulation Resolution
Empowering Healthcare Heroes: The Story of Regulation Resolution In the intricate world of healthcare regulations, Regulation Resolution emerges as a trusted ally for nurses and midwives facing the challenging landscape of disciplinary proceedings. Led by the compassionate Jonathan Meadows, our initiative stems from a genuine concern for healthcare professionals navigating the complexities of HCPC, NMC, […]
Read More Is being erased by your regulator really the end of the road? We don’t believe so! Book your free case assessment now.
Is being erased by your regulator really the end of the road? We don’t believe so! Whether you’ve faced erasure by the General Chiropractic Council, General Medical Council, General Optical Council, General Osteopathic Council, Health and Care Professions Council, Nursing and Midwifery Council, or Social Work England, we firmly believe that your removal from the […]
Read More Mastering Interim Order Hearings: Your Ultimate Guide
Introduction: Interim Order Hearings (IOH) play a crucial role in the regulatory landscape, ensuring public safety and confidence while a full investigation or fitness to practise proceedings are underway. This article provides valuable insights into the IOH processes of various professional councils, including the General Chiropractic Council, General Medical Council, General Optical Council, General Osteopathic […]
Read More Exercising Caution When Confronted with Police Cautions: A Nurse’s Christmas Story
Being cautious about accepting police cautions. A nurse’s Christmas tale. As the holiday season approaches, the merriment of Christmas parties’ kicks into full gear. However, amidst the festivities, there are moments when things take an unexpected turn. On rare occasions, individuals find themselves facing arrest and are presented with the option of receiving a caution […]
Read More The problems generated by decisions whether or not to impose [Do–not-attempt-CPR] DNACPR notices
“The problems generated by decisions whether or not to impose [Do–not-attempt-CPR] DNACPR notices are inherently fraught”. Introduction: In 2014 a judgment by the Court of Appeal stated: “The problems generated by decisions whether or not to impose [Do–not-attempt-CPR] DNACPR notices are inherently fraught. The question whether to consult and notify the patient is inevitably one […]
Read More Debunking Common Misconceptions of Fitness to Practise Proceedings
Title: Debunking Common Misconceptions of Fitness to Practise Proceedings Introduction Fitness to Practise (FTP) proceedings play a pivotal role in the world of professional regulation, spanning diverse industries such as healthcare, law, education, and more. However, these proceedings are often clouded by misconceptions and misunderstandings. In this comprehensive article, we aim to dispel these common […]
Read More Why record keeping matters The Vital Role of Comprehensive Record Keeping in Nursing Practice and Legal Proceedings
Why record keeping matters The Vital Role of Comprehensive Record Keeping in Nursing Practice and Legal Proceedings Why NMC record keeping matters in nursing NMC record keeping is a core professional duty for nurses and midwives. Comprehensive, accurate records demonstrate the care given, protect patients, and support you if your practice is ever questioned in […]
Read More NMC Fitness to Practise Proceedings: The complete guide on how to navigate this
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is the regulatory body for nurses and midwives in the United Kingdom. The fitness to practise (FTP) process is a formal procedure that the NMC follows when concerns are raised about the practice or behaviour of a registered nurse or midwife. The FTP process is designed to ensure that […]
Read More The Crucial Role of High-Quality Submissions in Healthcare Regulation: Affordable and Transparent Solutions
In the domain of healthcare regulation, professionals registered with institutions such as the General Medical Council (GMC), the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), Social Work England, the General Optical Council (GOC), the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC), the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), and the General Chiropractic Council require expertise […]
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