Nursing and Midwifery Council determination — interim orders hearing
NMC imposes 18-month interim suspension on Richard Edward Herridge-Lewer
The Investigating Committee imposed an interim order while the case-to-answer decision remained outstanding. A further review was required within six months.
MedicWatch editorial · Published 17 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 Richard Edward Herridge-Lewer, nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council 94I0279W).
Decision date: 17 September 2026 · Hearing started 17 September 2026
In plain English
The NMC's Investigating Committee imposed an 18-month interim suspension on Richard Edward Herridge-Lewer on 17 September 2026. The published decision states that Case Examiners had not yet decided whether there was a case to answer. The order was due for review within six months and every six months thereafter unless the case concluded. A review could also be requested if relevant new evidence became available.
Findings
The panel imposed an interim suspension order for 18 months. The Case Examiners have yet to decide whether there is a case to answer. Further review is required within six months and every six months thereafter unless the case concludes, and a review may be requested if relevant new evidence becomes available.
Source
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