How does the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) plan to address the regulation of advanced nursing and midwifery practice according to the chapter?

The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) plans to address the regulation of advanced nursing and midwifery practice by reviewing whether these practices require regulation. They have commissioned independent research to explore this need as part of their 2020–2025 Strategy.

The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has committed to reviewing advanced practice nursing and midwifery as part of their 2020–2025 Strategy. This involves commissioning independent research to determine if there is a necessity for regulation in advanced nursing and midwifery practice. The NMC's role is to safeguard the public, and they are considering whether the additional skills and knowledge required for advanced practice need regulation. This review is currently ongoing, reflecting the NMC's focus on ensuring that advanced practice is safe and effective for the public.