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    EU workers’ qualifications will be recognised after EU Exit

    Posted on April 4, 2019 at 12:09 pm
    Posted by BDJohn

    Health and social care workers from the EU with professional qualifications can continue to practise in the UK as they do now.

    EU or Swiss qualified persons entering the UK after exit may have their qualifications recognised, whether we leave the EU with or without a deal.

    Legislation introduced on 7 March 2019 means health and social care workers with professional qualifications from EU and Swiss institutions who are currently registered can continue to practise in the UK as they do now, guaranteeing their ability to work in the NHS.

    This means up to 63,000 NHS staff and 104,000 social care workers who qualified in the EU or Switzerland can have their training and experience accepted by all regulatory bodies for the health and social care sectors, including:

    • General Medical Council
    • Nursing and Midwifery Council
    • General Pharmaceutical Council
    • General Dental Council
    • Health and Care Professions Council

    Employment contracts will not need to be changed if the UK leaves the EU without a deal, and staff won’t have to reapply for their current positions after exit day.

    The government is also encouraging EU workers to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme.

    The scheme fully opened on 30 March and you can now apply for free. Those who have lived in the UK for 5 years or longer can apply for ‘settled status’. Those who have lived in the UK for under 5 years can apply for ‘pre-settled status’.

    For any professional registration queries, please contact the relevant professional regulator. ​

    Health Secretary Matt Hancock said:

    “Every day across the health and social care system, our EU colleagues and friends make a difference to millions of lives, and this vital legislation means they will be able to continue work here, whatever the Brexit outcome.”

    “My message to EU staff is clear – we all want you to feel valued and stay in the UK. Today’s announcement builds on our NHS Long Term Plan’s commitment to recruit and retain a world-class workforce over the long term.”

    “My priority is to make sure high standards are maintained across the healthcare system and patients continue to receive the high-quality care they deserve – this legislation helps ensure that will continue to be the case.”

    Danny Mortimer, Chief Executive of NHS Employers and Chair of the Cavendish Coalition, said:

    “We have been clear that we must continue to embrace the vital contribution of our talented colleagues from overseas in caring for our patients and communities.”

    “We very much welcome the news, as will employers and staff, that the UK will recognise the qualifications of EU professionals in a no-deal situation.”

    “We would hope for similar confirmation of recognition for those with UK qualifications working in the EU.”

    Ruth May, Chief Nursing Officer for England, said:

    “Our EU staff make an incredible contribution to the NHS, touching the lives of patients and families as doctors, nurses, midwives, care staff, allied health professionals, porters and a whole host of other professions.”

    “I therefore welcome this news and hope that it goes some way to reassure EU staff that your expertise and skills are valued and that you matter to us.”

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