Nursing and Midwifery Council determination — interim orders hearing
NMC imposes interim conditions on Sherly Mariyamma Cheriyan
The NMC imposed an 18-month interim conditions of practice order on Sherly Mariyamma Cheriyan. The decision makes no substantive findings on the allegations.
MedicWatch editorial · Published 7 September 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 Sherly Mariyamma Cheriyan, nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council 24H0463O).
Decision date: 7 September 2026 · Hearing started 7 September 2026
In plain English
The NMC's Investigating Committee imposed an interim conditions of practice order on Sherly Mariyamma Cheriyan for 18 months. She must work for one substantive employer, without agency or bank work, and cannot be the sole nurse or nurse in charge. Direct supervision by a nurse at Band 6 or above is required until specified competencies are assessed. The case examiners have not yet decided whether there is a case to answer; no substantive allegations are determined in this decision.
Charges
The published interim decision does not set out the underlying allegations or determine them.
Findings
The NMC's Investigating Committee imposed an interim conditions of practice order on Sherly Mariyamma Cheriyan for 18 months. She must work for one substantive employer, without agency or bank work, and cannot be the sole nurse or nurse in charge. Direct supervision by a nurse at Band 6 or above is required until specified competencies are assessed. The case examiners have not yet decided whether there is a case to answer; no substantive allegations are determined in this decision.
Source
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