Ian Somerville

Policy and External Affairs Manager for GMC Scotland. @gmcuk. All views my own.

[GMC @gmcuk]

It’s been 20 years since we opened our first GMC office in Scotland! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

In this blog, Nicola Cotter, Head of GMC Scotland, looks back at those 20 years and notes just a few of the team’s achievements in that time. Read it here 👉 https://t.co/Yukb0AUXGJ

[Ian Somerville @IanDSomerville]

Final session, our Chief Exec Charlie Massey joins a panel on regulatory reform. Discussion focusses on a prize of this, being more “upstream”. Laura Dunlop KC asks if it is better to have a fence at the top of a cliff or an ambulance in the valley. Quite. #RegulationConf22

[Ian Somerville @IanDSomerville]

First in person conference for a couple of years! #regulationconf22 First up us Health Sec Humza Yousaf. He starts by thanking the regulators for enabling the health service to rapidly respond to the pandemic.

[Ian Somerville @IanDSomerville]

Our MAPs AD Clare Barton speaking earlier about MDT working, the valuable role physician & anaesthesia associates play and our work to prepare for their regulation. Great work being done in Scotland to consider how their contribution can be grown #RegulationConf22

[Nicola Cotter @NicolaC07ter]

Looking forward to the #RegulationConf22 in Edinburgh this morning with many @gmcuk colleague’s presenting. Come along and speak to us at our stand.

[Ian Somerville @IanDSomerville]

Recently launched: Our #stateofmed workforce report uses our unique data to identify key trends & issues facing the medical workforce & patient care in Scotland and across the UK. Read our report & potential solutions for the future https://t.co/AquTBtKt69

[Ian Somerville @IanDSomerville]

@MusselburghDAC hi, I’m running tomorrow in the 10k, runner 22, but haven’t received my race pack. Is it possible to pick up number and chip tomorrow morning? I’ve messaged on FB too, sorry for the cross posting but thought I’d try two methods given how close we are

[Nicola Cotter @NicolaC07ter]

Such a great week meeting over 50 MSPs across the last three days in Scottish Parliament. Grateful to @AnasSarwar and all those who came to speak to us about how we at @gmcuk @GDC_UK @nmcnews and @TheGPhC work together and individually to protect patient safety

[General Dental Council (GDC) @GDC_UK]

Many thanks to @AnasSarwar MSP for sponsoring our attendance at @ScotParl with @gmcuk @nmcnews and @TheGPhC. A privileged opportunity to meet all MSPs to discuss our role and answer their questions.

[Laura Fulton @LauraJFraser]

At the Scottish Parliament with @IanDSomerville jointly representing the GMC, GDC,NMC and @TheGPhC highlighting our role as regulators and how we, being based in Scotland, take account of Scotland in our work Great to have met @ClareAdamsonSNP and Brian Whittle amongst others

[Ian Somerville @IanDSomerville]

Great to be hosting a stand at the Scottish Parliament this week. Looking forward to speaking to MSPs about @gmcuk work in Scotland alongside @nmcnews @GDC_UK and @TheGPhC.

[Heart of Midlothian FC @JamTarts]

🤝 Waystar | Royco

Ahead of the launch of Season 3 of #Succession, we teamed up with @NOW to pay tribute to our favourite Hearts-related storyline.

🤩 We've got limited edition shirts to give away - RT for your chance to win!

❤️ Raising funds for @MNDScotland

[Ian Somerville @IanDSomerville]

@daveyw33 @Euaninho @CDF246 nice! 👌

[TaylorMadeGolfEurope @TaylorMadeTour]

GIVEAWAY | Fancy winning a limited edition #TeamTaylorMade staff bag?

Simply tag 3 friends, retweet this post and make sure you're following us (@TaylorMadeTour) to be in the running. Full T&C's: https://t.co/LDRotRbFCj

[TaylorMadeGolfEurope @TaylorMadeTour]

GIVEAWAY | Fancy winning a limited edition #TeamTaylorMade staff bag?

Simply tag 3 friends, retweet this post and make sure you're following us (@TaylorMadeTour) to be in the running. Full T&C's: https://t.co/LDRotRbFCj

[NHS Education for Scotland (NES) @NHS_Education]

The @gmcuk National Training Survey is still open

It is really important that all trainees take the time to complete the survey so that those responsible for training in Scotland can enhance their experience

For more info and to complete the survey go to https://t.co/PG19feaq4o

[Nicola Cotter @NicolaC07ter]

Data is so important to help us have meaningful conversations on the standards of medical education. Reminding all Scottish trainees and trainers to complete the survey by 18th May by clicking on the @gmcuk link below so we can continue to hear your voices. #GMCsurvey

[Nicola Cotter @NicolaC07ter]

Helpful blog from @BMAScotland. @gmcuk recognise the importance of the well-being focus and flexible approach to appraisals during the pandemic.

[Ian Somerville @IanDSomerville]

GMC Scotland is recruiting for a skilled Policy & External Affairs Officer. If you'd like to join our amazing team then apply here: https://t.co/5yWZhNwo4J