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Sanctions Guidance is not a score sheet – Court of Appeal findings from GMC v Gilbert & PSA
Jessica Etherington
24 February 2026
Clarity, Consistency, Confidence: HCPC Unveils Key Updates to FTP Decision-Making
On 5 February 2026, the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) published an important update outlining significant changes to its Fitness to Practise (FTP) decision-making framework. The HCPC has said that these changes represent a step forward in enhancing consistency, transparency and public protection within the regulatory process.
5 February 2026
The GPhC issues updated inspection decision making framework: what pharmacy teams need to know
On 13 January 2026, the GPhC published an update to its inspection decision‑making framework, marking an important shift in how pharmacy inspections will be conducted and evaluated going forward. This revised framework seeks to strengthen regulatory clarity, incorporate recent legislative developments, and support more consistent, transparent decision‑making across the sector.
16 January 2026
Administrative Court Overturns NMC Strike-Off: Key Lessons for Regulators and Prosecutors
The High Court has quashed a Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) decision to strike off a nurse following a review hearing.
23 June 2025
The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill – historic legislation passes through the commons - A practical guide as to its application
On 20 June 2025, The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill (the Bill) was passed through the House of Commons, with 341 MPs voting in favour of the Bill and 291 MPs against the Bill, with a narrow majority of 23 votes.On 20 June 2025, The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill (the Bill) was passed through the House of Commons, with 341 MPs voting in favour of the Bill and 291 MPs against the Bill, with a narrow majority of 23 votes.
12 June 2025
The Care Quality Commission’s Bid to Progress
What’s the issue?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC)’s update in May 2025 inevitably invoked a strong response with many in the health and social care sector. The regulator has openly acknowledged the significant delays that have affected providers in recent months - including in registration, assessment, report publication, and the handling of statutory notifications.