Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 123441

Doctors: Migrant Workers

Tabled: 24 March 2026

Answered: 7 April 2026

Question

Rebecca Smith

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what support is available to overseas-qualified doctors who have the right to work in the UK but do not currently meet the requirements to practice in the NHS; and whether he plans to review pathwa

Answer

Karin Smyth

Overseas‑qualified doctors must meet General Medical Council (GMC) registration and licensing requirements before practising in the National Health Service. A range of information and guidance is available through the GMC website to support doctors throug...

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