In July 2010 the Council for Healthcare Regulatory Excellence (CHRE) recognised the quality of the work of the Health Professions Council (HPC), by concluding in their performance review that the HPC “is a well organised, efficient and cost effective regulator.” We were pleased to see this recognition by the body set up to scrutinise the work of professional regulators. It is a positive reflection of the work and commitment of all who contribute to the day-to-day work of the HPC.