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GDC will not remove DCPs from register over MyGDC renewal issues
The General Dental Council (GDC) has confirmed that any dental care professional (DCP) who is struggling to renew their registration through MyGDC will not be removed from the register, provided they get in touch before the deadline. DCPs must tell the GDC by 11.59pm on Friday 31 July that they have tried to renew but […]
Read MoreInvasive Meningococcal Disease (MenB) – IPC Guidance for Dental Practices – Message from Jason Wong, Chief Dental Officer England
I am writing to provide reassurance following the outbreak of invasive meningococcal disease linked to the Kent and Canterbury area, and to address concerns regarding PPE requirements in dental settings. At present, national Infection Prevention and Control guidance has not changed. Dental teams should continue to follow standard IPC measures, including their usual PPE ensemble […]
Read MoreGDC to launch new ‘user-friendly’ online registration portal
New platform replaces eGDC and modernises how future and current dental professionals apply for and manage their registration The General Dental Council (GDC) today announced that MyGDC, its new online registration service, will go live on 25 March. MyGDC replaces eGDC and marks a significant step forward in the GDC’s commitment to modernising its services and improving the experience for the thousands of dental professionals who join or manage […]
Read MoreClocks changing this weekend
Remember, this weekend the clocks will be going back an hour this upcoming Sunday at 2am as Daylight Savings Time ends. Although any digital devices such as tablets and smartphones will change the time automatically, any analogue devices such as watches or home appliances will need to be changed manually.
Read MoreGeneral Dental Council publishes Annual Report and Accounts 2024
The General Dental Council (GDC) has today published its Annual Report and Accounts for 2024, showing a record registration performance and improvements to fitness to practise (FtP) processes. The GDC processed a record 12,978 applications, up from 11,476 in 2023, resulting in 2,164 new dentists and 9,728 new dental care professionals joining the register. The […]
Read MoreGDC Update – April
Please click here to read April’s GDC update. The GDC Chair, Lord Toby Harris, reports on recent events where the GDC has been listening to stakeholders and sharing learning from complaints and concerns. The Dental Complaints Service (DCS) recorded its highest ever number of new enquiries last year and this month’s update includes a link where […]
Read MoreGDC Update – March
Please click here to read March’s GDC update. In this edition the GDC Chair, Lord Harris, provides an update on the latest discussions at Council, which includes a review of the GDC’s performance against the standards for regulators and the implementation of their current Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy. The Chair also highlights CPD changes and […]
Read MoreGDC deadline – make your CPD statement by 28th August 2024
As you will be aware, your 2023-2024 CPD cycle year ended on 31st July 2024, and you are now required to submit a statement to the GDC by 28th August 2024. For full details on how to submit your annual statement, please click here. If you require any further information please contact info@bacdt.org.uk.
Read MoreGeneral Dental Council (GDC) opens renewal period for dental care professionals
The General Dental Council (GDC) opened the annual renewal period for dental care professionals (DCPs) yesterday (10th June 2024). This crucial process ensures that DCPs remain on the UK register and continue to provide essential dental care to patients. Key renewal steps To streamline the renewal process, the GDC has outlined three straightforward steps for […]
Read MoreGDC Update – June 2024
Please click here to read the GDC Update – June 2024. This month’s GDC update includes ‘View from the Chair’ which welcomes their new Chief Executive and talks about delivering their priorities. In June’s update you can also read about the GDC’s response to proposals about provisional registration, and read the statistical report for registration […]
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