Nursing and Midwifery Council determination — interim orders hearing
NMC imposes interim practice conditions on nurse Elizabeth Lucy Maguire
The NMC imposed an 18-month interim order requiring supervision and restricting employment and shift responsibilities. The allegations remain unadjudicated.
MedicWatch editorial · Published 26 August 2026 · Updated 22 September 2026
Interim order imposed (interim restrictions imposed) — 18 months
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What does “interim restrictions imposed” mean?
An interim order is a precautionary restriction imposed before the regulator's investigation is complete. It is not a finding of fault — the underlying allegations have not yet been adjudicated.
Concerning Elizabeth Lucy Maguire, nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council 16I6426E).
Decision date: 26 August 2026 · Hearing started 26 August 2026
In plain English
The NMC's Investigating Committee decided to impose 18 months of interim conditions on Elizabeth Lucy Maguire. She must work for one employer and receive direct supervision in specified areas until assessed as competent. She cannot be the sole nurse or nurse in charge. Case examiners have not yet decided whether there is a case to answer.
Charges
Case examiners have not yet decided whether there is a case to answer. The interim order does not establish the allegations.
Findings
The Investigating Committee imposed 18 months of interim conditions. Maguire must work for one substantive employer, excluding agency and bank work, and cannot be sole nurse or nurse in charge. Communication, record keeping, teamwork and clinical assessments require direct supervision until a Band 6 registered nurse or equivalent assesses competence. Fortnightly supervision and a report before review are required.
Source
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