These Regulations amend the European Communities (Recognition of Professional Qualifications) (Second General System) Regulations 2002 (“the 2002 Regulations”) (S.I.2002/2934). The 2002 Regulations give effect in the United Kingdom to Council Directive 92/51/EEC (O.J. No. L209, 24.7.92, p.25) on a second general system for the recognition of professional education and training to supplement Council Directive 89/48/EEC (O.J.No.L19, 24.1.89, p.16), as amended.