Regulating regulators; Richmond’s repetition of Persand
The recent case of NMC v Richmond [2025] EWHC 1828 (Admin) saw the High Court refuse an application by the Nursing and Midwifery Council which sought a 12-month extension of…
READ MOREEven the most meticulous professionals can find themselves in the midst of a regulatory or disciplinary investigation. We represent all sorts of professionals to defend claims against them and represent them in hearings conducted by their professional bodies.
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We provide expert advice and representation to a wide range of regulated professionals in employment and disciplinary matters.
That includes situations in which professionals have been referred to regulatory bodies and Disclosure Scotland, and in Fatal Accident and Public Inquiries.
We have a particular specialism in the healthcare sector. Our team is instructed by all major UK Medical Defence Organisations to represent their members in referrals to the General Medical Council and General Dental Council, in disciplinary matters and NHS Tribunals.
We advise a range of healthcare professionals including doctors, dentists, chiropractors, opticians and pharmacists who have been referred to their respective regulators.
If you have been called to a fitness-to-practise hearing, you might need representation in certain circumstances. We help you present yourself in the best light to the FTP panel, and we can represent you at meetings and hearings.
We have extensive expertise in representing teachers and other educational professionals in referrals to the General Teaching Council for Scotland.
Why BTO?
We will provide you with top ranked advice and representation from specialist regulatory lawyers.
Ranked Band 1 by Chambers UK in Professional Discipline, our team also includes a Band 1 ranked solicitor, a Law Society of Scotland Accredited Specialist in Regulation & Professional Conduct Law and a Solicitor Advocate.
Who we work with
We represent all regulated professionals including:
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