July 9, 2025
GPs to be given new contracts
Two new contracts will be introduced from 2026 to encourage GPs to work across larger areas and lead ‘neighbourhood health … Read More “GPs to be given new contracts”
July 8, 2025
Seven ways Starmer’s plan could change the NHS
Sir Keir Starmer has set out his 10-year-plan to reform the NHS in England, based on a shift from hospitals … Read More “Seven ways Starmer’s plan could change the NHS”
July 7, 2025
My Competencies
Core Competency #58 – Staff meetings Co-ordinates and attends, chairs, minutes and actions outcome. May also initiate action following from … Read More “My Competencies”
July 4, 2025
Framework agreement launched for practices
An updated framework agreement for GP practices looking to bring in modular buildings to extend their premises permanently or use … Read More “Framework agreement launched for practices”
July 3, 2025
PCNs with student practices
Various PCNs, including those with student practices, may have seen their DES payments undervalued since April 2025. A change in … Read More “PCNs with student practices”
July 2, 2025
How is your hospital doing
Doctors and patient groups warn that the NHS in England is facing an uphill struggle on the government’s number one … Read More “How is your hospital doing”
July 1, 2025
One in eight in senior NHS staff from black and minority ethnic backgrounds
One in eight senior managers in the NHS are from black and minority ethnic (BME) backgrounds, according to new figures … Read More “One in eight in senior NHS staff from black and minority ethnic backgrounds”
June 30, 2025
My Competencies
Core Competency #57 – Staff management Has delegated responsibility for management of junior staff. May hold responsibility for all ancillary … Read More “My Competencies”
June 27, 2025
GP practices advised to appoint trained officer
GP practices have been advised to appoint a ‘clinical safety officer’ (CSO) who has two days’ training before using any … Read More “GP practices advised to appoint trained officer”
June 26, 2025
NHS approves new IT system for GPs
As part of reforms to increase competition and innovation in the market, NHS England has approved the first of a … Read More “NHS approves new IT system for GPs”