GCC Interim Orders

Chirapractors

In certain situations, the GCC will refer a Registrant to an Investigating Committee for an Interim Suspension Hearing to consider if an Interim Order should be imposed against a chiropractor’s registration whilst allegations faced by a chiropractor remain unresolved.

It is not the purpose of an interim suspension hearing to make a factual finding in relation to the substantive allegations.

Contact Us

A case is likely to be referred for an Interim suspension hearing in situations such as:

- Allegations of a sexual nature;
- Allegations of dishonesty;
- Misuse of drugs or alcohol; or
- Practising without the necessary professional indemnity insurance.
- This is not an exhaustive list as each case will be considered individually.

The Investigating Committee on hearing representations may make no order, or they may suspend a chiropractor’s registration pending the outcome of a substantive allegation. They will only suspend a Chiropractor if the committee is satisfied that this is a necessary measure to protect members of the public.

The GCC must give a Registrant at least 10 days notice of an Interim Suspension Hearing before the Investigating Committee and the Registrant is entitled (and in our view should) be legally represented at a hearing.

If the Investigating Committee decides to suspend a Chiropractor’s registration, the suspension will last for 2 months.

The consequences for a practitioner of being suspended are clearly serious in terms of a chiropractor’s reputation, career and financial position and it is, therefore, essential that expert legal advice and representation is obtained.

If you have been given notice of an Interim Suspension Hearing or think you are potentially at risk of facing this, then please contact Richard Nelson LLP, with no obligation, for expert advice and representation.

Richard Nelson's office

What We Do

Richard Nelson LLP’s GCC lawyers offer impartial advice on a range of related matters:

GCC Appeals
– GCC Fitness to Practise
– GCC Interim Orders
GCC Investigations
GCC Registration
GCC Review Hearings

Specialist solicitors

Our multidisciplinary team is made up of specialists in a wide range of services, which means you'll always be represented by an expert in your area.

No-strings initial call

Get in touch to arrange a no-obligation, fully confidential call to discuss your case and work out if you want to continue.

Nationwide support

Speak to solicitors in one of our offices throughout England and Wales, or arrange calls and remote meetings.

97%

rated on Reviews Logo

Proudly proving excellence

Our people

Our team of experts are here to help.

Information

Stay in touch with Richard Nelson LLP.

dimitri-karastelev-ZH4FUYiaczY-unsplash-scaled

Update on employment payments and rates for 2024-2025

possesion-of-indecent-images-e1479125757292

How many indecent image cases get dropped – and why?

selective-focus-photography-of-child-hand-1250452-scaled-1

Declaration of Parentage: A Comprehensive Guide

1 of 3

Contact our legal advice specialists today.

Are you interested in GCC Interim Orders?

Use the form on the right to get in touch with our team and arrange an initial call to discuss your situation. We will use this no-obligation, fully confidential initial call to learn more about your case and help you understand your options going forward.

"*" indicates required fields

Agree*