RCGP news
28 October 2025
RCGP Scotland response to end of dispute between BMA Scotland and Scottish Government
RCGP Scotland Chair Dr Chris Provan commenting on the decision of the BMA Scotland to de-escalate from dispute with the Scottish Government.
28 October 2025
In the health news
The College regularly features in the news to be the voice for general practice on issues that matter to members.
24 October 2025
‘Patients Still Struggling’: RCGP Responds to CQC’s State of Care
College Chair Kamila Hawthorne responds to the CQC’s State of Care report, highlighting the need for greater investment in general practice and community services to meet rising demand and tackle health inequalities.
23 October 2025
College letter to The Times on tax rises
The RCGP has written to The Times in response to reports of tax rises for GP partnerships operating as LLPs.
22 October 2025
College congratulates new Baroness Gerada!
The College is delighted that Professor Dame Clare Gerada has been made a Baroness in the House of Lords.
22 October 2025
RCGP responds to Lancet Study on antidepressant side effects
College Chair Kamila Hawthorne responds to a study published in The Lancet finding that antidepressants vary widely in their physical side effects, highlighting the need for personalised prescribing.
16 October 2025
Deep End Cymru launches inaugural manifesto
The Deep End Cymru network of GPs has launched its manifesto ahead of the 2026 Senedd election, calling on all parties to commit to urgent action to tackle health inequalities in Wales.
13 October 2025
Promises to improve access must be practically meaningful and not fragment services, says RCGP Scotland Chair
Chair of RCGP Scotland responds to the SNP announcement of a new network of walk in GP services
09 October 2025
Nearly three quarters of GPs say patient safety is being compromised by their workload, as concerns are raised over new reforms
RCGP publishes new polling ahead of College Chair Kamila Hawthorne’s speech at its Annual Primary Care Conference.
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