Nursing and Midwifery Council v Walker [2012] EWHC 2437 (Admin) (15 August 2012)

Given the seriousness of the allegations, the ongoing investigation, and the need to protect the public, it is appropriate to extend the interim suspension order for a further 12 months.

Citation: [2012] EWHC 2437 (Admin)
Parties: Claimant: Nursing and Midwifery Council; Defendant: Walker
Jurisdiction: England and Wales
Judgment Date: 15 August 2012
Procedural Posture: Application for Extension of Interim Suspension Order / Hearing Before High Court (administrative Court)
Outcome: Application granted
Legal Topics: Interim Suspension Order, Extension of Suspension, Fitness to Practise, Disciplinary Proceedings

Professional Regulation Administrative Law Interim Suspension Order Extension of Suspension Fitness to Practise Disciplinary Proceedings

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Parties

Nursing and Midwifery Council

Claimant

Walker

Defendant

Procedural Posture

Application for Extension of Interim Suspension Order / Hearing Before High Court (administrative Court)

Legal Issues

1 Whether to extend the interim suspension order against the respondent under Article 31(8) of the Nursing and Midwifery Order 2001

Ratio Decidendi

Given the seriousness of the allegations, the ongoing investigation, and the need to protect the public, it is appropriate to extend the interim suspension order for a further 12 months.

Court Disposition

Application granted

Orders

Interim suspension order extended for 12 months from the date of the order