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 […]
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
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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
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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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Legal Jukebox Friday: The High Court’s Take on the “Rejected Defence” Issue 🎵⚖️ Welcome to Legal Jukebox Friday! Your go-to weekly insight into key legal cases that shape regulatory law. Each week, we explore a randomly selected case and analyse its impact on solicitors, adjudicators, and healthcare professionals. Some cases are classics, yet their lessons
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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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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
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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
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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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