Recent News & Articles
What are GMC Rules 7 & 8?
At the end of a GMC investigation, the doctor will be given at least 28 days to provide written comments known as a Rule 7 letter.
Dishonesty & Fitness to Practise
We look at the issue of dishonesty in fitness to practise, remediation and advice for doctors who are facing allegations of dishonesty.
Is your registration worth the gamble?
Your registration is more than just the ability to practise – it is also your career and reputation. Is it worth a gamble?
Client’s suspension revoked
Our client’s Suspension Order was revoked after the review tribunal found their fitness to practise no longer imparied.
Restoration Applications – what you need to know
In this article, we will look at the restoration application process & things healthcare professionals should know when considering a restoration application.
Online Pharmacies and Prescribing and Fitness to Practise Implications
Sanctions can be severe where a pharmacist’s fitness to practise is found impaired. It is important that pharmacists understand the GPhC’s standards to avoid sanctions.
Pharmacist’s fitness to practise found not impaired
The GPhC were determined to progress the matter against our client but, our work and a clear strategy achieved a finding of no impairment at the hearing.
Insight, Remediation and Sanctions
Guidance must not be “slavishly” followed, and regulatory decisions must be made based on the individual merits of the case – High Court.
General Dental Council’s interpretation of “immediate suspension” wrong and unfair – Aga v General Dental Council
Mr Justice Ritchie ruled that the GDC’s interpretation of when an immediate suspension “takes effect” is wrong and, in this case, unfair to the Appellant.