Archive
London man guilty of falsely claiming to be an osteopath
24 May 2014
The UK regulator of osteopaths, the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC), has successfully prosecuted David James Edward Thunder for unlawfully calling himself an osteopath.
GOsC welcomes Law Commissions’ report and draft Bill
2 April 2014
Report sets out recommendations following review of the UK law relating to the regulation of health care professionals.
GOsC announces appointment of new Council member
17 February 2014
The GOsC is pleased to announce the appointment of a lay member from Northern Ireland to the Council, Dr Joan Martin.
Osteopath removed from UK Register
19 September 2013
Mark Piraino is to be removed from the Register of Osteopaths following his conviction for criminal offences.
GOsC welcomes positive performance review by regulator
28 June 2013
The 2012-2013 review of its work concludes that the GOsC continues to maintain its effectiveness as a regulator.
GOsC welcomes new Head of Regulation
4 June 2013
The GOsC is pleased to welcome its new Head of Regulation David Gomez, who takes up his post this week.
Osteopath removed for claims to treat cancer
20 May 2013
The GOsC Professional Conduct Committee concluded on 15 May 2013 that Mr Dick Wyatt should be removed from the UK’s statutory Register of osteopaths.
GOsC announces Council appointments and re-appointments
22 January 2013
Two new lay members have been appointment and five existing members re-appointed to the Council
The GOsC to introduce further reductions in registration fees
21 December 2012
The GOsC has confirmed plans to implement a further reduction in the registration fee for all osteopaths.
The GOsC welcomes positive performance review
2 July 2012
The GOsC welcomes the positive endorsement of its work by the Council for Healthcare Regulatory Excellence.
