Regulator profile

NMC

Nursing and Midwifery Council

Professional Regulator

2 areas of regulation · 6 laws enforced · UK-wide

What NMC does

Statutory regulator for nurses, midwives, and nursing associates in the UK. Maintains the professional register, sets education standards, and investigates fitness to practise concerns.

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Types of regulation

Fitness To Practise Professional Registration

Legal framework

Legislation that NMC directly enforces.

Secondary legislation

Legislation connected to NMC's remit but not directly enforced — establishing Acts, amendments, referenced legislation, and context.

Sectors regulated

Healthcare services

Coverage area

UK-wide