Legislative framework
The Council operates under a legal framework provided by both primary and secondary legislation.
More about our legislative frameworkStatutory functions
The work of the General Dental Council (GDC) is defined and governed by the Dentists Act 1984.
More about statutory functionsCouncil meetings
Council Meetings generally take place in public at the GDC offices and occasionally other locations.
More about Council meetingsCommittees
A number of functions are carried out by Statutory Committees. These Committees are established by the Dentists Act 1984.
More about Committees