The General Dental Council (GDC) today published two research reports that deepen understanding of fitness to practise (FtP), providing valuable insight into how the process could be further improved for participants. As part of its commitment to improving the FtP process, the GDC commissioned two research projects, led by the University of Manchester, to understand
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Category: Regulation
GDC publishes ambitious new strategy to build trust and transform dental regulation
The General Dental Council (GDC) today published its new strategy 2026-2028, committing to significant change and improvement over the next three years – and towards 2030. The GDC’s vision is to be a trusted and effective regulator, supporting dental professionals to provide safe and effective care for their patients. To do this, the GDC will champion a model
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GDC announces new alternative evidence policy to support refugee and displaced dental professionals
The General Dental Council (GDC) has today announced a new policy to accept alternative forms of evidence from refugee and displaced dental professionals, removing unnecessary barriers for those unable to provide standard documentation due to circumstances beyond their control. The policy will apply to dentists with international qualifications pursuing exam-based routes to join the GDC
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HMRC – The stress-free guide to Self Assessment: Top Tips
The DLA recently received a guide from Jashoda Pindoria, Head of Self Assessment Operations at HMRC, regarding self assessment. Due to the length of the communication, below are the top tips provided in the guide; however, you can read the guide in its entirety here, which we would recommend. Self Assessment is the process
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Reminder – GDC Annual Retention Fee
A gentle reminder that the GDC Annual Renewal takes place in the weeks leading up to 31st July. The three actions to complete your Annual Renewal process are: Make an Indemnity Declaration Pay the Annual Retention Fee (ARF) Make a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) statement DLA members have received further information via
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MHRA Devices – Registration Renewal Reminder
It has been brought to our attention that the MHRA have started to contact registrants via email regarding ‘Registration Renewal Reminder’ It is a legal requirement to inform the MHRA of any changes to your registration per section 7A (general medical devices), section 33A (in vitro diagnostic medical devices) and section 21A (active implantable medical
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