Introductory Address on the General Medical Council, its Powers and its Work

Published in 1906, this informational work describes the functions and duties of the General Medical Council in simple language, avoiding technicalities so the readers can grasp the information quickly. This council is a public body that maintains the official register of medical practitioners within the United Kingdom. Its principal responsibility is to «protect, promote and maintain the health and safety of the public» by controlling entry to the register and stopping or terminating members when required.