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20 November 2024

‘We need a transparent and thorough review of Physician Associates’ says College Chair

RCGP Chair responds to the independent review of Physician and Anaesthesia Associates launched by the Health and Social Care Secretary.

13 November 2024

College responds to latest NAO report on NHS Health Checks

College Chair Kamila Hawthorne has responded to the National Audit Office’s latest report and its recommendations to review the provisions of NHS Health Checks for cardiovascular disease.

07 November 2024

RCGP and NHSE urge practices to become veteran friendly accredited this Remembrance

This Remembrance the RCGP and NHSE urge GP practices to become veteran friendly accredited to prevent ‘silently struggling’ veterans from delaying medical help.

01 November 2024

National Insurance hike will be the ‘straw that breaks the camel’s back’ for practices, says College

RCGP Chair calls for urgent assurances from the Government about ‘serious concerns’ over the potential impact of additional NI increases on GP practices.

30 October 2024

Government must prioritise general practice and put a down payment on its commitments, says College in response to Budget

The RCGP has reacted to the Chancellor's 2024 Budget.

25 October 2024

'The Long Term Workforce plan is not fit for purpose’, says College Chair

The RCGP and other health bodies urge the Public Accounts Committee to re-open the NHS England Long Term Workforce Plan inquiry over ‘significant concerns’.

25 October 2024

College welcomes 'long overdue' recognition of workforce pressures by CQC

Professor Kamila Hawthorne, Chair of the Royal College of GPs, responds to the CQC State of Care report.

25 October 2024

GPs warn patients not to ignore scabies symptoms

RCGP Chair Professor Kamila Hawthorne responds to regional spikes in scabies presentations.

24 October 2024

‘GPs aren’t killjoys, we want to protect patients’ – RCGP responds to Government’s ban on disposable vapes

College Chair Kamila Hawthorne responds to the Government’s proposed legislation to ban the sale and supply of disposable vapes.