Overview

This bill mandates the UK government to introduce a new bill within three months of its passing. This new bill will implement recommendations from the Law Commissions of England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland concerning the regulation of health and social care professionals, based on a draft bill they previously prepared (Cm 8839, April 2014).

Description

The primary purpose of this bill is to compel the government to create legislation that regulates health and social care professions. This regulation will be based on the recommendations detailed in the Law Commissions' report (Cm 8839, April 2014). The Secretary of State must confirm that the new bill substantially aligns with the Law Commissions' draft bill. The bill applies to England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland and comes into effect immediately upon passage.

Government Spending

The bill itself does not directly allocate any specific government funds. However, the subsequent legislation it mandates will likely involve costs associated with implementing and enforcing the new regulatory framework for health and social care professions. The exact financial implications are not detailed within this bill.

Groups Affected

The bill will significantly impact:
• **Health and Social Care Professionals:** They will be subject to a new regulatory framework, potentially altering licensing, training, and practice standards.
• **Regulatory Bodies:** Existing or newly created regulatory bodies will be responsible for implementing and enforcing the new regulations.
• **Patients and Service Users:** The changes may affect access to care, the quality of care received and the cost of care.

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