The future of the GTC

last updated:01 Dec 2011

Legislation abolishing the GTC has now received Royal Assent and the GTC will close on 31 March 2012. This page provides updates and advice relating to the closure including information on the transition and transfer of certain functions to the Teaching Agency after closure.

News and updates relating to the closure are available below and FAQs are in the left-hand menu.

GTC closure in 2012
published: 5 November 2010

The Government is working towards a closure date for the GTC of 31 March 2012. Until legislation is enacted registration with the GTC remains a legal requirement.

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Government confirms continuing GTC role until legislative change
published: 6 Jul 2010

The Department for Education has prepared a letter for education bodies confirming that the GTC's statutory functions will continue until new primary legislation is enacted by parliament.

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