RCGP National and Council Elections now open
National and Council Elections are held each year for a variety of important roles that help our members have a say and make an impact. These exciting opportunities offer a chance to shape the future of the College and our work. Explore current openings and all the guidance and information you need to take part.

National Elections timetable
All nominations and the ballot are run through our election partner’s microsite: Civica. Further information on the roles and a link to the microsite will be available soon.
Roles available:
- President (to become Provost once the title change is approved by the Privy Council)
- Nationally Elected Council member (NECM)
- GP Registrar Network Chair and Vice Chair (open to eligible GP Registrars)
Key dates:
- Nominations open: Tuesday 17 June 2025
- Nominations close: Tuesday 8 July 2025, 12:00
- Ballet opens: Monday 4 August 2025
- Ballot closes: Monday 8 September 2025, 12:00
Council Elections timetable
All nominations and the ballot are run through our election partner Civica's microsite, where both further information on the roles and their nomination forms are available.
Roles available:
- Chair of Council (to become President once the title change is approved by the Privy Council)
- Vice Chair Policy (to become Vice President Policy once the title change is approved by the Privy Council)
- Vice Chair Member Standards (to become Vice President Member Standards once the title change is approved by the Privy Council)
- Chair of Trustee Board
Key dates:
- Nominations open: Tuesday 1 April 2025
- Nominations close: Tuesday 22 April 2025
- Hustings: Tuesday 17 June 2025 (for Chair of Council only)
- Ballet opens: Monday 23 June 2025
- Ballot closes: Tuesday 15 July 2025, 12:00
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