The NMC is rewriting the professional Code for the first time since 2015. They want feedback from every nurse and midwife in the UK. Our free guided wizard helps you prepare your response in 15 minutes — save it for September when the 12-week consultation opens.
Disclaimer: This tool is an independent resource created by Revalidation Copilot. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). For official consultation documents, visit nmc.org.uk.
How to Respond to the NMC Consultation
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1. Answer the Key Questions
20 guided questions covering all 7 confirmed themes: AI in practice, challenging discrimination, staff wellbeing, revalidation changes, CPD, appraisal alignment, and Code structure.
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2. Save & Prepare Your Response
Your draft saves automatically. Download your PDF for the NMC. Leave your email and we'll remind you when the formal consultation opens.
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3. Submit to the NMC by December 2026
When the 12-week public consultation opens in September, use your prepared response to submit directly to the NMC. The consultation runs September through December 2026.
NMC Consultation — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NMC Code consultation 2026? ▼
The NMC is reviewing the Code of professional standards of practice and behaviour for the first time since 2015. The 12-week public consultation opens in September 2026 and covers key themes including AI in nursing practice, challenging discrimination, staff wellbeing, revalidation changes, CPD guidance, appraisal alignment, and Code structure. The results will shape the new Code due to take effect in April 2028.
How do I respond to the NMC Code consultation? ▼
The NMC has not yet published the formal consultation questions. However, 7 key themes have been confirmed following their discovery phase and survey. Our guided wizard lets you prepare your answers now based on these themes. When the formal consultation opens in September 2026, you can submit your response through the NMC's official channels. We'll remind you when the time comes.
When does the NMC consultation open and close? ▼
The NMC Code consultation opens in September 2026 and runs for 12 weeks through to December 2026. The final updated Code is expected in April 2028. You can prepare your response now and submit when the consultation formally opens.
What themes will the NMC Code consultation cover? ▼
Seven confirmed themes from the NMC discovery phase: (1) AI and digital technology in nursing practice, (2) Challenging racism and discrimination, (3) Staff wellbeing and self-care, (4) Changes to the revalidation process, (5) CPD requirements and confirmation, (6) Linking appraisal to revalidation, (7) How the Code is structured and formatted.
How long does the consultation response wizard take? ▼
The wizard takes approximately 15 minutes. There are 20 questions across 7 themes. You can skip any question and return to edit later. Your draft autosaves in your browser, so you can come back any time.
Is the NMC consultation response wizard free? ▼
Yes, the wizard is completely free. No credit card or account required. You can download your response as a PDF immediately. You only need to leave your email if you want a reminder when the consultation opens in September.
Can I prepare my NMC consultation response before September? ▼
Yes. Our prep mode lets you answer draft questions based on the 7 confirmed NMC themes now. Your answers are saved in your browser. Leave your email and we'll notify you when the NMC opens the formal consultation so you can submit your completed response.
Do I need to create an account to use the wizard? ▼
No account needed. You can complete the entire wizard, review your answers, and download a PDF without signing up for anything. Email is optional — only if you'd like a reminder when the formal consultation opens.
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About This Consultation
The NMC is reviewing the Code and revalidation process for the first time since 2015. They have identified 7 key themes where they want your views.
We'll ask about all 7 themes (20 questions)
Takes 12–18 minutes
No account needed — just your opinions
Download a PDF to save or submit to the NMC
Skip any question you're unsure about
Prep Mode: These questions are based on confirmed NMC themes. The exact questions may change when the consultation opens in September. We'll notify you and help you update your draft.
Review Your Response
Review your answers. Click any answer to edit it.
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Your response is ready
Your draft is saved on this device. Come back any time to continue.
📄 Download your PDF now or wait until the consultation opens in September 2026.
🔗 Submit it at nmc.org.uk when the time comes.
🔔 Remind me when the consultation opens
We'll send you one email when the NMC opens the consultation in September. No spam, no newsletters, no storage of your answers.
💪 You've prepped your consultation response. Now prep your revalidation.
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