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NMC Updates Position on Remote Prescribing of Non-Surgical Cosmetic Medicines
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has announced a significant change to its prescribing guidelines, mandating that all nurse and midwife prescribers must conduct face-to-face consultations before prescribing non-surgical cosmetic medicines, including anti-wrinkle injections and aesthetic emergency medications.
The updated guidance, which takes effect on June 1, 2025, is designed to strengthen patient safety and ensure consistent, high-quality care across the aesthetics sector. The NMC’s decision follows comprehensive research and consultation with professionals and the public, revealing widespread concerns over the risks associated with remote prescribing in the cosmetic industry.
By requiring in-person consultations, the NMC aims to ensure prescribers can carry out thorough clinical assessments, verify the suitability of treatments, and secure fully informed consent.
From June 2025, nurse and midwife prescribers working in aesthetics must:
- Conduct face-to-face assessments before issuing prescriptions for cosmetic medicines
- Provide detailed documentation of the consultation and consent process
- Ensure their practice complies with the revised NMC standards.
Clinic owners and aesthetic businesses employing prescribers are also urged to review and update their operating procedures to reflect the changes.
Andrea Sutcliffe, Chief Executive and Registrar of the NMC, said the changes were a “proportionate and necessary step” to improve safety and uphold the integrity of nursing and midwifery practice in aesthetics. She emphasised the regulator’s commitment to protecting the public and supporting professionals in delivering safe and ethical care. For further details on the updated guidance, professionals are encouraged to visit the NMC’s website.
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Surgical Suite Now Available for Rental or Partnership At EF MEDISPA Kensington Clinic
EF MEDISPA has announced the availability of a fully fitted, CQC-registered surgical suite for exclusive rental or potential partnership opportunities at its prestigious Kensington Clinic.
The surgical suite spans approximately 200 square feet and includes both clean and dirty rooms, as well as a dedicated recovery room. It is located in the basement of the clinic, with access to a shared reception and waiting area on the ground floor. Consulting rooms on the ground and mezzanine floors are also available, subject to booking and availability. Rental is flexible – available for either exclusive sessions or shared usage with long-term commitment. The suite is fully fitted and ready for immediate use.
The clinic holds CQC registration for day-use procedures involving minor surgery under twilight sedation. Overnight procedures and general anaesthesia are not permitted. Practitioners must operate under their own registration and insurance and are expected to provide their own support staff, including nursing and anaesthesia professionals.
EF MEDISPA welcomes inquiries from licensed doctors, aesthetic practitioners, dermatologists, and other medical professionals within the scope of the clinic’s CQC registration. Certain procedures, such as pregnancy terminations and surgeries on minors, are not permitted.
Reception services are from Tuesday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm. The surgical suite would be available outside these hours, without a manned reception. Additional admin or booking support can be arranged to meet the practitioner’s needs. Basic clinic ancillaries such as bed rolls, towels, and gowns are provided.
“We’re also open to discussing partnership models with the right practitioner,” said Esther Fieldgrass, founder of EF MEDISPA. “Our goal is to create a dynamic space that supports innovative, preventative, and integrative approaches to medicine.”
EF MEDISPA is also actively seeking functional medicine doctors to join its network, reflecting a growing demand for preventative health services.
For further details or to arrange a viewing, please contact Esther on 07770 785 888 or Esther@efmedispa.com.
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5 Squirrels Named One of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025
Brighton-based skincare company 5 Squirrels has been named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, making the prestigious list of top small companies in the UK. The recognition comes with a special honour – the company has also been awarded the Spotlight Award for Best Place to Work for LGBTQIA+ Staff.
The accolade celebrates 5 Squirrels’ inclusive, people-first approach to business. The com-pany, which also empowers healthcare professionals working in aesthetic medicine by enabling them to launch their own brand skincare, has built a culture around collaboration, mutual respect, and forward-thinking values. With a close-knit team of 14, the company, employees enjoy a variety of perks that underscore the company’s commitment to wellbeing and work-life balance, including a four-day working week, their birthday off, and quarterly team-building events such as wine tours and bowling.
Each December, the entire team takes a Christmas trip to Europe, one of many initiatives that help foster a strong sense of community and belonging among staff. In addition to its inclusive workplace culture, 5 Squirrels offers access to mentoring, structured career progression, and a generous parental leave policy.
Founder and CEO Gary Conroy said, “I am so proud of our team for achieving this award and recognition, the team work tirelessly to continually improve, feedback and ensure 5 squir-rels feels like the best place to work, if it doesn’t everyone has a voice to ensure it does, that’s why it works!”
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Nurse Title to Be Protected in Law
In a landmark move to boost public safety, the UK Government has announced plans to legally protect the professional title “nurse”, making it a criminal offence for individuals to use the term unless they are registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
This long-awaited decision is a major step forward for professional standards in both healthcare and aesthetics, following sustained calls from the sector and support from organisations such as the British Association of Medical Aesthetic Nurses (BAMAN).
This legal clarification will offer greater protection for patients and support for qualified aesthetic nurses working in a competitive and often unregulated market. It also sends a clear message that titles matter, especially in a sector where trust and professionalism are key to making sure that treatments are delivered safely and ethically.
Until now, anyone could call themselves a “nurse” regardless of qualifications, including those struck off by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for serious misconduct or criminal convictions, potentially misleading the public and undermining the standards
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Scottish Government Pilots AI on Injectables
The Scottish Government has piloted an AI tool called ‘Consult’ to analyse public feedback on the regulation of non-surgical cosmetic procedures, such as botulinum toxin and dermal fillers. The tool reviewed over 2,000 responses on topics including the licensing of non-healthcare practitioners, the regulation of higher-risk treatments, and oversight of independent pharmacy services operating outside NHS contracts.
Key themes identified by the AI were verified by government analysts, and the findings will help shape the upcoming Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures Bill. The full consultation results are expected to be published by the end of June 2025.