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Guidance note on the implementation of Directive 2005/36/EC in the United Kingdom for health and social care professions

This document provides general guidance to regulatory bodies on the obligations placed upon them by Directive 2005/36/EC. Such bodies are known as "competent authorities" as they control access to regulated professions, professional and vocational titles and professional activities which require specific qualifications, and are subject to national law or membership rules of bodies governed by the Royal Charter.

This guidance should be read in conjunction with the Directive and relevant Implementing Regulations (Statutory Instruments).

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