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GMC explains how fitness-to-practise concerns are assessed
By MedStudy editorial · Published 26 Oct 2026
Original announcement: 30 Jul 2026
The redesigned annual report separates initial concerns, investigations and tribunal outcomes.
The GMC published its 2025 fitness-to-practise statistics on 30 July 2026. Most concerns assessed at triage did not meet the threshold for a full investigation.
For students learning professional accountability, the distinction matters: a complaint, an investigation and a proven impairment are different stages. Read the report for definitions and support resources.
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