Indemnity and insurance guidance revised

This follows a consultation earlier in 2023 on its proposals to make changes to the guidance to ensure it is up-to-date and better supports dental professionals to understand and meet their legal and regulatory obligations, in the interest of patients and maintaining public confidence in the profession.

The GDC issued the following statement:

“We received a good number of responses to our consultation from a range of stakeholders, including dental professionals and providers of indemnity and insurance, with most welcoming the proposed changes to the guidance. We also received much valuable feedback and suggestions for improvements, all of which has helped shape the finalised revised guidance that we publish today.

“Although the updated guidance does not introduce any new requirements for dental professionals, it clarifies the requirements around holding cover that will compensate patients who have suffered harm, in the event of a successful claim. The updated guidance also encourages dental professionals to consider the level of cover they require across their scope of practice.