The General Medical Council (GMC) is the independent regulator of doctors, physician associates (PAs), and anaesthesia associates (AAs) in the UK. It works with them and other stakeholders to set the standards of patient care and professional behaviours that doctors, PAs, and AAs are expected to meet.

The GMC is inviting patients and the public to share their views on two important pieces of guidance for doctors, PAs, and AAs, which helps them raise concerns about patient safety and supports leaders and managers to improve the service provided to patients.

Your views will help shape clearer, more relevant guidance that puts patient safety, openness and compassion at its heart. The consultation is open until 22 January 2026, and you can take part online. Answer as many questions as you like – there’s no need to respond to every section, just those that feel most relevant to you.

Every contribution helps strengthen the patient voice and ensure safer care for everyone.

Take part in the consultation here.

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