PSA review of Nursing and Midwifery Council
The Professional Standards Authority (PSA) in the UK has raised serious concerns about the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s (NMC) performance, particularly its persistent delays in resolving fitness‑to‑practise (FtP) cases. Following a challenging period marked by whistleblowing and independent reviews that uncovered a toxic internal culture, the PSA’s latest appraisal highlights that the NMC continues to fall short on mandated timelines for FtP processes. Despite substantial investment and reform efforts—including a £30 million improvement programme, strengthened oversight mechanisms, and the establishment of a safeguarding hub—the PSA emphasizes that timely resolution of cases remains a critical unresolved issue. The NMC has acknowledged these challenges and committed to further action, while the PSA continues to monitor progress closely.