# The Health in Pregnancy Grant (Entitlement and Amount) Regulations 2008, Regulation 3: Meaning of “health professional”


“Health professional” in section 140A(5) SSCBA and section 136A of SSCB(NI)A means a person who provides maternity care to the woman and who is either—
(a) a practicing midwife, who is registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council; or
(b) an obstetrician or General Practitioner, who is registered with the General Medical Council.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2008/3108/regulation/3 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/health-in-pregnancy-grant-entitlement-and-amount-regulations-2008/regulation-3
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