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Being a Buddy. Why On Earth do I do it?
When I offered to write about why I became a Buddy I thought hard and decided to start with a picture – before you wonder if I’m vain, the answer is...
Voluntary or Agreed Removal – podcast
Our panel of experts sat down to discuss the new NMC policy of Agreed Removal, which replaces Voluntary Removal. Cathryn Watters is NMCWatch's...
Case Study 17: Second victim
Healthcare professionals, including those registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), dedicate their lives to caring for...
Case Study 16: returning after suspension
In 2017 Mary was referred to the NMC with 12 allegations. She had no representation at the time so managed the whole process as a litigant in...
A strike on heavens door: Angels in the NHS stand up and say “enough”
Simon Holborn LLB Assoc. CIPD TechIOSH The United Kingdom is currently experiencing a surge in strikes among nurses and doctors. These strikes...
Can regulators unpick toxic culture and its impact on patient safety?
The Professional Standards Authority ( PSA ) in chapter 4 of Safer Care for All, have raised important points that are extremely relevant to our...
Grounds of appeal
Recently we attended an appeal hearing of a midwife, who was taking to the High Court the decision of the NMC to strike him off the Nursing and...
Whistleblowing regulation event
Today I was delighted to be invited to speak at the Whistleblowers UK event looking at their plans for the Office for the Whistleblower. UK...
Case Study 15 – mentored return to practice
In April 2021 Raj contacted us following a referral to the NMC. Originally Raj had union representation from Unison. They withdrew this though,...