UK Statutory Instrument
2023
United Kingdom
The Recognition of Professional Qualifications and Implementation of International Recognition Agreements (Amendment) Regulations 2023
These Regulations make provision under section 3(1) of the Professional Qualifications Act 2022 (c. 20) (“the 2022 Act”) to implement provisions relating to the recognition of professional qualifications contained in the free trade agreement between Iceland, the Principality of Liechtenstein and the Kingdom of Norway and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland done at London on 8thJuly 2021 (“the EEA EFTA free trade agreement”).
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Schedules
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The Principality of Liechtenstein.
The Kingdom of Norway.
The Swiss Confederation.
Aerobatic Pilot.
Commercial Balloon Pilot.
Commercial Balloon Pilot.
Commercial Banner Towing Pilot.
Commercial Banner Towing Pilot.
Commercial Pilot – Aeroplane.
Commercial Pilot – Aeroplane.
Commercial Pilot – Airship.
Commercial Pilot – Airship.
Commercial Pilot – Helicopter.
Commercial Pilot – Helicopter.
Commercial Sailplane Pilot.
Commercial Sailplane Pilot.
Flight Examiner.
Flight Examiner.
Flight Information Service Officer.
Flight Information Service Officer.
Flight Instructor.
Flight Instructor.
Flight Test Pilot.
Flight Test Pilot.
Aerobatic Pilot.
Aeromedical Examiner.
Rescue and Firefighting Personnel.
Rescue and Firefighting Personnel.
Able Seafarer Deck Certificate – 11/5.
Able Seafarer Deck Certificate – STCW II/5.
Able Seafarer Engine – STCW 111/5.
Able Seafarer Engine – STCW III/5.
Deck Officer, Management Level – STCW 11/2.
Deck Officer, Management Level – STCW II/2.
Deck Officer, Operational Level – STCW 11/1.
Deck Officer, Operational Level – STCW II/1.
Electro-technical Officer (ETO) – STCW lll/6.
Electro-technical Officer (ETO) – STCW III/6.
Electro-tech Rating – STCW III/7.
Electro-tech Rating – STCW III/7.
Engineer Officer, Management Level, lll/2.
Engineer Officer, Management Level – STCW III/2.
Engineer Officer, Operational Level – STCW lll/1.
Engineer Officer, Operational Level – STCW III/1.
Engine Room Rating – STCW III/4.
Engine Room Rating – STCW III/4.
Aeromedical Examiner.
Air Ground Communications Service Operator.
Rating Deck – STCW II/4.
Rating Deck – STCW II/4.
Dangerous Goods Driver.
Dangerous Goods Driver.
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser.
Dangerous Goods Safety Adviser.
Professional driver of large vehicles.
Air Ground Communications Service Operator.
Air Traffic Controller.
Air Traffic Controller.
Air Traffic Controller Assessor.
Air Traffic Controller Assessor.
Air Traffic Controller Instructor.
Air Traffic Controller Instructor.
Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel.
Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel.
Aircraft Cabin Crew.
Aircraft Cabin Crew.
Certifying Staff (Continuing Airworthiness of Aircraft).
Certifying Staff (Continuing Airworthiness of Aircraft).
Amendments to Council Regulation (EC) No 1/2005 of 22 December 2004 on the protection of animals during transport and related operations
Amendments to the Medical Act 1983
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After section 21B, insert— Further provision relating to the registration...
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Amendments to the Dentists Act 1984
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Amendments to Council Regulation (EC) No 1099/2009 of 24 September 2009 on the protection of animals at the time of killing
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In section 18 (procedure for registration)— (a) in subsection (1),...
In section 19 (regulations with respect to the register), after...
In section 21A (notification of results of application)—
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In section 36CA (supplementary provisions as to necessary knowledge of...
In section 36E (rules relating to the dental care professionals...
After section 36E, insert— Applications by specified state professionals under...
Amendments to the Welfare of Animals at the Time of Killing (England) Regulations 2015
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In section 37 (definition of practice of dentistry), after subsection...
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In section 53 (interpretation), in subsection (1), at the appropriate...
In Schedule 2A (registration appeals: dentists register)—
Amendments to the Opticians Act 1989
In section 8 (qualifications for being registered)—
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In section 10 (general provisions as to registers and lists),...
Amendments to the Education (School Teachers’ Qualifications) (England) Regulations 2003
After section 13A (the Council’s duty to provide guidance on...
In section 36 (interpretation), at the appropriate places, insert— “adaptation...
Amendments to the Osteopaths Act 1993
In section 3 (full registration)— (a) for subsection (2)(d), substitute—...
In section 6 (registration: supplemental provision), after subsection (4), insert—...
After section 6, insert— Registration: provision relating to specified state...
In section 14 (recognition of qualifications), after subsection (2A), insert—...
After section 14, insert— Section 14: further provision relating to...
After section 19 (the Code of Practice), insert— Information to...
In section 29 (appeals against decisions of the Registrar)—
Amendments to the Education (Induction Arrangements for School Teachers) (England) Regulations 2012
In section 41 (interpretation), at the appropriate places, insert— “adaptation...
Amendments to the Chiropractors Act 1994
In section 3 (full registration)— (a) for subsection (2)(d), substitute—...
In section 6 (registration: supplemental provision), after subsection (4), insert—...
After section 6, insert— Registration: provision relating to specified state...
In section 14 (recognition of qualifications), after subsection (2A), insert—...
After section 14, insert— Section 14: further provision relating to...
After section 19 (the code of practice), insert— Information for...
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In section 43 (interpretation), at the appropriate places, insert— “adaptation...
Amendments to Regulation (EU) No 517/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014 on fluorinated greenhouse gases and repealing Regulation (EC) No 842/2006
Amendments to the Nursing and Midwifery Order 2001
In article 5A (supplementary provisions as to necessary knowledge of...
In article 7 (the register: supplemental provisions), after paragraph (2),...
In article 9 (registration)— (a) after paragraph (4), insert—
In article 13 (approved qualifications)— (a) for paragraph (1)(d)(iii), substitute—...
After article 13, insert— Article 13: further provision relating to...
After article 21 (Council’s functions in respect of fitness to...
In Schedule 4 (interpretation), at the appropriate places, insert— “adaptation...
Amendments to the Health Professions Order 2001
In article 7 (the register: supplemental provisions), in paragraph (2),...
Amendments to the Ozone-Depleting Substances Regulations 2015
After article 7 insert— The register: specified state professionals -...
In article 9 (registration)— (a) in paragraph (2), for sub-paragraph...
In article 12 (approved qualifications), after paragraph (1), insert—
After article 12, insert— Article 12: further provision relating to...
In article 15 (education and training), after paragraph (5), insert—...
After article 21 (Council’s functions in respect of fitness to...
In Schedule 3 (interpretation), in paragraph 1, at the appropriate...
Amendments to the Pharmacy Order 2010
In article 3 (interpretation), in paragraph (1), at the appropriate...
After article 20 (entitlement to entry in Part 1 or...
Amendments to the Food Safety (Sampling and Qualifications) (England) Regulations 2013
In article 21 (pre-entry requirements in respect of qualifications and...
In article 22 (pre-entry requirements in respect of qualifications and...
In article 23 (form, manner and content of applications for...
In article 23A (supplementary provisions as to necessary knowledge of...
In article 24 (notification by the Registrar: entry and renewal)—...
After article 36 (fees in connection with entry) insert— Additional...
After article 48 (standards of conduct and performance), insert— Information...
Amendments to the Postgraduate Medical Education and Training Order of Council 2010
In article 4 (general practitioners eligible for entry in the...
In article 8 (specialists eligible for entry in the Specialist...
Amendments to the Food Safety (Sampling and Qualifications) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2013
Amendments to the Companies Act 2006
Amendments to the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014
Amendments to the Road Safety Act 2006
Amendments to the Motor Vehicles (Driving Licences) Regulations 1999
Amendments to the Motor Cars (Driving Instruction) Regulations 2005
Amendments to the Road Traffic (Northern Ireland) Order 2007
Amendments to the Train Driving Licences and Certificates Regulations 2010
Amendments to the Driving and Motorcycle Riding Instructors (Recognition of European Professional Qualifications) Regulations 2016
Amendments to the Street Works (Qualifications of Operatives and Supervisors) (England) Regulations 2016
Amendments to the Education (School Teachers’ Qualifications) (England) Regulations 2003
Amendment to the Education (Induction Arrangements for School Teachers) (England) Regulations 2012
Amendments to the Road Traffic (Amendment) Act (Northern Ireland) 2016
Amendments to the Motor Vehicles (Driving Licences) Regulations 1999
Amendments to the Motor Cars (Driving Instruction) Regulations 2005
Amendments to the Road Traffic (Northern Ireland) Order 2007
Amendments to the Driving and Motorcycle Riding Instructors (Recognition of European Professional Qualifications) Regulations 2016
Amendments to the Street Works (Qualifications of Operatives and Supervisors) (England) Regulations 2016
Amendment to the Provision of Services Regulations 2009
Browse 19 other sections — procedural / definitional / commencement
Citation and commencement
Extent and application
Interpretation
Amendments to legislation for the purposes of, and in connection with, implementation of international recognition agreements with specified states
Amendments to legislation consequent upon the commencement of section 5(1) of the Professional Qualifications Act 2022 and revoking other retained EU recognition law
Application of Part 2
Recognition of professional qualifications
Refusal to recognise professional qualifications
Aptitude tests and adaptation periods
Adaptation periods for Swiss qualified lawyers
Appeal against Law Society decision to refuse or cancel registration
Appeal against Law Society of Scotland decision to refuse or cancel registration
Procedure to be followed on application for recognition
Knowledge of language
Appeals
Fees
Application of Part 3
Provision of information
Enquiries relating to professional qualifications and other conditions of practice
Enforcement and responsible bodies
The regulators that administer or enforce this legislation.
ARB
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Office for Students
Independent regulator for higher education in England. Registers and monitors higher education providers. Ensures students receive quality education and value for money.
General Pharmaceutical Council
Statutory regulator for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy premises in Great Britain. Sets standards for pharmacy education, ethics, and practice. Inspects registered …
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