Doctors: Migrant Workers
Commons · Question 123441 · Tabled 24 Mar 2026 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record
Answered 7 Apr 2026
Question
Asked by 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
Answered by Karin Smyth, 7 Apr 2026
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...