Doctor hits out at minister's replacement of Medical Council leadership (opens original article in a new tab)

Health Minister Simeon Brown replaced Medical Council leadership, prompting criticism from doctors who argue it represents political interference in medical regulation. The move has raised concerns about the independence of medical oversight and the impact on cultural safety initiatives.

• Health Minister Simeon Brown declined to re-appoint Medical Council chairperson Dr Rachelle Love and deputy chairperson Simon Watt despite their eligibility
• Doctor Katie Ben and ASMS executive director Sarah Dalton criticized the minister's decision as political interference in medical regulation
• ASMS expressed concern over proposed changes to the Health Practitioners Competency Assurance Act allowing ministers to direct regulators