Legislation

The NMC was established under the Nursing and Midwifery Order 2001 ('the order') and came into being on 1 April 2002

We are accountable, through the Privy Council, to Parliament and members of the public. 

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  • The order

    Information about the legislation (contained in statutory instruments) that governs the NMC

  • NMC Rules

    The NMC rules currently in force