The document summarizes the UK health professions regulatory system. It discusses that the UK health system is centrally funded through taxation and the NHS is the majority employer of healthcare professionals. Training is also centrally funded. Regulation of health professionals is independent of the NHS. Health policy is generally devolved to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, while regulation policy is reserved for Westminster. There are several regulatory bodies that oversee different health professions in the UK like the General Medical Council, Nursing and Midwifery Council, and General Dental Council. The regulatory bodies are appointed by the Privy Council and have a mix of professional and lay members. They are tasked with setting standards, registering professionals, and investigating concerns about practice

1. UK Health Professions Regulatory System