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News: GMC appoints new Chief Exec

27 July 2009

Niall Dickson has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of the GMC to take up his post in January 2010.

Niall Dickson has been appointed as the new Chief Executive of the GMC to take up his post in January 2010.

Mr Dickson has been Chief Executive of the King’s Fund since 2004, prior to which, he was the BBC’s Social Affairs Editor.

Welcoming Mr Dickson’s appointment, GMC Chair, Professor Peter Rubin said: ‘I am confident that Niall can build on the many achievements of Finlay Scott, who has been Chief Executive of the GMC for 15 years.

‘The GMC is leading a major programme of regulatory change for doctors – including the introduction of revalidation. This is a challenging time and Niall Dickson is ideal for the job. He brings a wide understanding of the complex issues involved in delivering top quality healthcare in the UK. As a former broadcaster, Niall has a strong record in communications, which will be vital in helping us to engage with doctors, patients and the public about the changes which are coming.