Interim Orders Committee updated guidance published

The GDC’s public consultation held earlier in 2023 proposed updates to the Interim Orders Committee guidance and supporting documents. These changes will promote consistency in the approach to immediate risks to public safety and confidence and support decision-making that is proportionate and appropriate to the risks posed.

The Interim Orders Committee is responsible for considering and controlling immediate and serious risks to public safety and confidence. It does this by assessing risk and deciding whether it is necessary to restrict a dental professional’s registration to protect the public, patients or the registrant concerned while an investigation takes place. The revisions to the guidance support proportionality, consistency and timeliness in decision making by the committee.