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 Catherine Elizabeth Armitage-McGirr, nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council 88G1179E).
Decision date: 17 April 2026 · Hearing started 17 April 2026
In plain English
The NMC's Investigating Committee found that an interim suspension order should be made against adult nurse Catherine Elizabeth Armitage-McGirr for a period of 18 months. The hearing took place on 17 April 2026 and she was not present, with written submissions provided by the Royal College of Nursing. The NMC Case Examiners have not yet decided whether there is a case to answer regarding the allegation against her. The interim order will be reviewed within the next six months and every six months thereafter.
Charges
The NMC Case Examiners have not yet decided whether there is a case to answer in relation to the allegation made against the registrant. Charges are not yet adjudicated.
Findings
The Investigating Committee panel imposed an interim suspension order for a period of 18 months. The interim suspension order will be reviewed at a review meeting within the next six months and every six months thereafter. The registrant was not present and written submissions were provided by the Royal College of Nursing.
Source
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