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Discussion around the legal issues faced by doctors
Doctor Avoids GMC Erasure

Doctor Avoids GMC Erasure

The doctor approached us very close to the original FtP listing in a matter which was, at that stage, almost inevitably going to lead to erasure by the MPTS.

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GMC Appeals Explained

GMC Appeals Explained

Doctors can appeal GMC decisions relating to registration, licensing, restoration and revalidation, but legal advice is key to good outcomes.

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GMC Interim Sanctions – Your questions answered

GMC Interim Sanctions – Your questions answered

GMC Interim Sanctions – Overview A General Medical Council (GMC) fitness to practise investigations can take many months, if not years.  Whilst doctors could continue to work unrestricted during a GMC investigation, they could be referred to an Interim Orders Tribunal...

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“Zero tolerance of sexual harassment” – GMC

“Zero tolerance of sexual harassment” – GMC

The General Medical Council (GMC) placed specific emphasis on its “zero tolerance of sexual harassment” in the updated Good medical practice that, for the first time, includes a “clear definition of what constitutes it and an expectation that doctors who see such...

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