The move follows the successful implementation of remote hearings. The data shows that 87 per cent (443) of the 508 substantive hearings held between January 2022 and May 2024 were conducted remotely, with 13 per cent (65) in-person or hybrid.
The policy will take effect from April 1, 2025, to allow for guidance for all independent committees at the hearings service to be developed and for monitoring processes to be put in place.
Stefan Czerniawski, executive director of strategy at the GDC, said, "The decision to make remote hearings permanent reflects the clear benefits observed over the past few years. While maintaining our commitment to fairness and public protection, remote hearings have demonstrated reduced stress, significant cost savings, and improved accessibility for participants.
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