Joint statement on legislation to regulate the role of anaesthesia associates

Royal College of Anaesthetists and Association of Anaesthetists joint statement on legislation to regulate the role of anaesthesia associates

The passing of the Anaesthesia Associates and Physician Associates Order 2024 by the House of Lords last night means that AAs will be a regulated profession by the end of the year.

We will be responding to the forthcoming General Medical Council (GMC) consultations around regulation to make sure the views of our members are represented, particularly in relation to concerns about supervision and scope of practice.

The Association and the Royal College of Anaesthetists are working with other stakeholders to develop a clear scope of practice for AAs that is focused on patient safety, ensures appropriate supervision and protects the development of anaesthetists in training and SAS doctors.