Improving regulation

There is always room for improvement in regulating and registering health and social care professionals. Through our policy and research work, we anticipate future challenges, identify safety gaps, and promote collaboration on key issues impacting health and social care. 

 

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Our consultations

We consult the public about some of our work. For example, when we develop standards or make changes...

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Our research

We believe that regulation should be used only when it is the most effective means of protecting the...

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Expert Guidance

Health ministers from all four UK nations can request our expert advice on professional regulation. 

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