Is the Future of General Practice Finally Looking Brighter?

In this week’s episode, brought to you in partnership with Practice Index, we welcome back Claire Houston, Robyn Clark, and James Gransby to discuss the newly agreed contract for general practice. After three years of imposed terms, the promise of an additional £889 million in funding offers a glimmer of hope. However, the episode delves into the reality that much of this funding may simply offset rising staffing costs and increased national insurance contributions, providing little genuine financial relief for GP partners. We explore the complexities and uncertainties these changes bring, emphasising the importance of clear contract planning to secure financial stability and better outcomes for both practices and patients.

Introduction (00:08)

An agreed contract (01:22)

Are practices feeling better? (02:28)

Is it helping the underlying profitability? (06:59)

The changes & impact for ARRS? (11:10)

More money for ARRS? (12:17)

What's your take on the impact? (12:35)

Keeping the online consultation tool on.. (15:56)

The GPC.. (18:40)

NHS England is going to be abolished (20:12)

Final thoughts.. (23:28)

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