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During this time our phone lines, email inboxes and social media will not be actively monitored.

One of the core principles of our quality assurance approach is to use data and intelligence in our decision-making.

The most recent performance assessment report regarding the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) has been published by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA) today.  

Our offices will be closing over the festive period, from 12 noon on 24 December 2020, reopening at 9am on 4 January 2021. Our online services will still available during this time.

Andrew Smith, Deputy Chief Executive of the HCPC, comments on NHS England’s culture review of ambulance trusts.

“An important step towards modernising and reforming professional regulation”

In early 2017, the HCPC commenced a review of the Indicative Sanctions Policy to ensure it is up to date, reflects public opinion, and continues to support fair and proportionate decision making. As part of this review we commissioned market research into the public’s views of the Policy and undertook a public consultation.

From 29 January 2025, new English language proficiency requirements for new international applicants seeking to join the Register will come into effect.

We launched a consultation on permanently amending our Rules to give us the express power to hold hearings remotely.

The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) is delighted to announce the appointment of Christine Elliott as its Chair.