UK consultation on medical professional regulation

A new consultation has been launched to review the regulation of medical professionals in the UK, marking what is described as the most significant overhaul of the system since 1983. The review focuses on the role of the General Medical Council and aims to modernize how doctors are regulated, with proposals to streamline processes, improve efficiency and better align oversight with contemporary healthcare practices. The consultation seeks input on updating legislative frameworks, strengthening public protection and ensuring that regulation supports both patient safety and the evolving needs of the medical workforce.

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