Nursing and Midwifery Council determination — interim orders hearing
Interim restrictions imposed — 18 months
The regulator’s term: interim order imposed
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 Ashraf Karbhari, nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council 10B1985E).
Decision date: 2 March 2026 · Hearing started 2 March 2026
In plain English
The NMC's Investigating Committee found that an interim suspension order should be imposed on registered mental health nurse Ashraf Karbhari for a period of 18 months. The NMC's Case Examiners have not yet decided whether there is a case to answer regarding the allegations against him. The interim order will be reviewed within six months and every six months after that, while the fitness to practise process continues.
Charges
The NMC Case Examiners had not yet decided whether there is a case to answer in relation to the allegations made against Mr Karbhari. The substantive allegations were not adjudicated at this hearing.
Findings
The Investigating Committee panel directed an interim suspension order for a period of 18 months. The panel will review the interim suspension order at a review meeting within the next six months and every six months thereafter, unless the case has been concluded or there has been a material change of circumstances.
Source
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