Dental Professionals Hearings Service determination — interim orders hearing
GDC committee continues interim suspension of dental nurse Elaine Wilkie
The GDC's Interim Orders Committee has continued the interim suspension on dental nurse Elaine Catherine Wilkie's registration at a July 2026 review. The order expires on 6 August 2026, when the GDC will apply to the High Court for a further extension.
MedicWatch editorial · Published 10 July 2026 · Updated 18 July 2026
Interim order extended (interim restrictions extended)
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What does “interim restrictions extended” mean?
An existing interim order has been extended for a further period while the investigation continues.
Concerning Elaine Catherine Wilkie, dental nurse (General Dental Council 159027).
Decision date: 10 July 2026 · Hearing started 10 July 2026
In plain English
The GDC's Interim Orders Committee decided at a review hearing on 10 July 2026 to continue the interim suspension on the registration of dental nurse Elaine Catherine Wilkie for the remainder of an 18-month order first imposed in November 2024. The High Court extended the order by three months in May 2026, and it is due to expire on 6 August 2026, when the GDC will apply for a further extension.
Findings
At a review hearing on 10 July 2026, the Interim Orders Committee continued the suspension on Ms Wilkie's registration for the remainder of the 18 month order. The interim order was originally imposed from 6 November 2024. On 6 May 2026, the High Court extended the order for a further 3 months. The interim order is due to expire on 6 August 2026 and the GDC will be applying to the High Court for a further extension. The published outcome summary does not set out any allegations or findings.
Source
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