Health and Care Professions Council launch consultation on proposed fee increase
- Area of Work: The ALLIANCE
- Type: News Item
- Published: 5th May 2026
Share your views on the proposed HCPC fee rise before 17 July to help shape the final decision
The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) has launched a consultation on a proposed £5.06 increase to its annual registration fee. If approved, the new fee of £128.40 would apply from 2027 to 2029 in line with the regulator’s two-year registration cycle.
HCPC says the proposed rise reflects it policy of reviewing fees every two years and is set at the minimum level needed to maintain financial sustainability, meet public protection duties and support essential service improvements. the organisation has also acknowledged ongoing cost-of-living pressures facing registrants.
The consultation will run until Friday 17 July, giving professional and stakeholders the opportunity to share their views. A stakeholder webinar will take place on 22 May at 2pm to discuss the proposal and answer questions.
Registrants and stakeholders are encourage to take part in the consultation and help shape the final decisions.
You can find out more about the proposals and how to respond to the consultation in the resources section below.
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