We are seeking views on our plan to request amendments to the Osteopaths Act 1993. Our aim is to provide further protection for patients and the public from misuse of the title ‘osteopath.’
The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC), the UK regulator of osteopaths, has successfully prosecuted Gareth Milner, who practised in West London, for a second time for unlawfully describing himself as an osteopath after leaving the GOsC’s Register of osteopaths.
Our guidance addresses the rapidly evolving use of AI technologies in healthcare and will be reviewed regularly.
The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) announces the appointment of four osteopath and four non-osteopath (lay) members to two of its committees.
We’ve published the latest research report from the National Council of Osteopathic Research (NCOR) which annually reviews the types of concerns raised about osteopaths and osteopathic services.
Prof Debra Towse has joined the GOsC Council representing Wales from 1 April 2025.
Arwel Roberts joins our Council Associates programme following a successful recruitment campaign.
Our new guidance, informed by feedback during our consultation earlier this year, aims to support students to develop professional behaviours and establish their fitness to practise during their studies.
The evaluation was carried out in 2023-24 and takes account of the experiences of forum members and GOsC staff members.
We want to make it easier for osteopaths and students to contact us following the findings of our Registrant and Stakeholder Perceptions research.