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Background to the General Chiropractic Council

The GCC are the body established by parliament to regulate and develop the chiropractic profession.

Registration with the General Chiropractic Council

It is illegal for anyone in the UK to use the title 'chiropractor' or to imply that they are a chiropractor unless they are registered with the GCC who check that those who apply for registration have a chiropractic qualification, are of good character and are physically and mentally fit.

Investigation by the General Chiropractic Council

Once a complaint has been made, it is investigated by the GCC. As well as complaints from the public, information may be provided by other agencies including your employer and the police.

Adjudication by the General Chiropractic Council

Cases of alleged personal or professional misconduct or incompetence are referred to the Professional Conduct Committee where the process is carried out in 3 stages

Interim Orders of the General Chiropractic Council

If the Committee deems that the practitioner represents a risk to themselves, the public and/or patient safety, they will refer the case to the respective Committee with a recommendation that an interim order should be imposed.

Appeals to and restoration by the General Chiropractic Council

It is possible to appeal the decision of a Committee and the decision will not take effect until either the appeal period expires or the appeal is determined.

Tips on dealing with the General Chiropractic Council

Details of some of the issues you should bear in mind when dealing with the General Chiropractic Council

Background to the General Chiropractic Council

Registration with the General Chiropractic Council

Investigation by the General Chiropractic Council

Adjudication by the General Chiropractic Council

Interim Orders of the General Chiropractic Council

Appeals to and restoration by the General Chiropractic Council

Tips on dealing with the General Chiropractic Council

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