The Code of Practice aims to set minimum standards for Health Education England (HEE), employers and doctors, around the provision of information for postgraduate medical training. HEE have committed to providing placement information to employers and doctors at least 12 weeks before a doctor is due to start in post.


12 Weeks 
 HEE have committed to providing placement information to employers and doctors at least 12 weeks before a doctor is due to start in post.
8 Weeks 
 Employers have committed to providing work schedules to doctors at least 8 weeks before a doctor is due to start in post.
Within 8 Weeks of start of post
 Employers to issue employment contracts to doctors no later than 8 weeks after start of post (ideally on completion of pre-employment checks).


Please refer to the Code of Practice for full information.