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16 February 2021

RCGP Scotland responds to the Health and Sport Committee's Report on Primary Care

Responding to today's publication of the Scottish Parliament's Health and Sport Committee's report, 'What should primary care look like for the next generation? Phase II', Dr David Shackles, Joint Chair of RCGP Scotland said the following.

14 February 2021

RCGP responds to ‘fantastic achievement’ of giving 15m people their first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine

Responding to today’s news that 15m people have received their first dose of Covid-19 vaccination in the UK.

11 February 2021

Martin Marshall addresses RCGP Fresh Approach online conference

Something’s happening in general practice that doesn’t happen often; we’re being openly and warmly praised for our efforts.

08 February 2021

GPs need to be on the frontline of patient care

The College has responded to comments made by Nadhim Zahawi, Minister for Vaccine Deployment, dismissing proposals for UK vaccine passports but saying that ‘vaccine proof’ for other countries could be provided via the NHS and GPs.

08 February 2021

Statement on Myanmar - February 2021

The RCGP has been following the situation in Myanmar with great concern.

07 February 2021

GPs call for high-profile campaign backed by faith leaders and prominent figures from BAME communities to increase COVID-19 vaccine uptake

The Royal College of GPs is calling for a high-profile national campaign, supported by faith leaders and popular public figures from black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to support the effort to increase COVID-19 vaccine uptake amongst groups who have been disproportionately impacted by the virus.

28 January 2021

GPs highlight issues over vaccine supply

Responding to the decision to open Trust-based vaccine clinics to those aged 65-69, RCGPNI Chair Dr Laurence Dorman said the following.

28 January 2021

Lancet study shows health inequalities goes beyond healthcare

Professor Martin Marshall, Chair of the Royal College of GPs, said the following.

27 January 2021

RCGP and Marie Curie launch new 'Daffodil Standards' for care homes

The Royal College of GPs, in partnership with the end of life charity Marie Curie, has enhanced the 'Daffodil Standards’ to support GPs and their teams in providing consistently high-quality palliative and end of life care specifically focusing on older patients living in care homes.