The Nursing & Midwifery Council exists to safeguard the health and wellbeing of the public.

We register all nurses and midwives and ensure that they are properly qualified and competent to work in the UK.
We set the standards of education, training and conduct that nurses and midwives need to deliver high quality healthcare consistently throughout their careers.

We ensure that nurses and midwives keep their skills and knowledge up to date and uphold the standards of their professional code.

We ensure that midwives are safe to practise by setting rules for their practice and supervision.

We have fair processes to investigate allegations made against nurses and midwives who may not have followed the code.

Our remit is set out in the The Nursing and Midwifery Order 2001 . The work of the NMC is governed by this and other associated legislation.

Alongside the core functions, the NMC also offers the following services:

• an online registration confirmation service for employers.
• a free and confidential advice service for nurses and midwives.
• free publications to keep nurses, midwives, students and the general public informed about the NMC's work.
• a range of events including exhibitions, seminars and conferences
• weekly newsletters for nurses, midwives, employers and educators
• an online community with discussion forums, articles and project updates