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Human Factors training to be rolled out for investigators

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Under-pressure doctors need time for patients, says GMC

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New guidance to help with reflective practice

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21,647
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Two new Council members appointed by GMC

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Clarity needed for European doctors post-Brexit

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New protocol to address emerging concerns

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We've worked with seven other regulators to launch a new protocol designed to share information consistently
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We've updated our Confidentiality guidance due to changes made by GDPR