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NHSX and NHS Digital merge into NHSE
On November 22nd it was announced that two divisions of the NHS, who between them have responsibility for the digital transformation of the health service, will merge into NHSE and NHS Improvement.
Policy Update
Policy Updates - Week Commencing 29th November 2021
First Practice Management members can access a comprehensive and invaluable selection of sample documents in the Policies and Procedure Library.
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December 2021 Awareness Days Calendar
It's that time again! We've put together a handy awareness days calendar detailing some of the key days coming up in December.
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Primary Care Weekly News Roundup 26th November 2021
A weekly roundup of all the important news GP practices need to know
Management
National Audit Office says UK Government Was Not Prepared for Pandemic
According to a new assessment, the UK government was not "completely prepared" for Covid-19's "wide-ranging implications" on society, the economy, and critical public services, as it lacked clear preparations on shielding, job support initiatives, and school disruption.
Policy Update
Policy Updates - Week Commencing 22nd November 2021
First Practice Management members can access a comprehensive and invaluable selection of sample documents in the Policies and Procedure Library.
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Will new Scotland funding be used to recruit new GP Pharmacists?
The new funding announced last month by the Scottish government was welcome, but a lack of clarity has led to speculation as to what exactly it will be used for, in particular regarding pharmacists in GP surgeries.
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Primary Care Weekly News Roundup 19th November 2021
A weekly roundup of all the important news GP Practices need to know
Primary Care Training
Health Education England to merge with NHS England
Health Education England will be merged with NHS England, with an announcement expected in the next few days. While some have raised concerns around training provision and funding for medical education, the transition process has yet to be finalised.
Management
Is Your Practice Stuck in the Past? How to Be a “Modern Employer”
Big events, like the current pandemic, force businesses to adapt and change, or risk struggling to recruit and retain. What can your practice do to become a modern employer and attract the best talent.
Policy Update
Policy Updates - Week Commencing 15th November 2021
First Practice Management members can access a comprehensive and invaluable selection of sample documents in the Policies and Procedure Library.
Management
Left Behind: How to Prevent Digital Exclusion from Isolating Our Most Vulnerable Patients
The use of technology and remote appointments has helped many to access care safely, but also risks excluding some of the most vulnerable people in our society – how can we avoid this and make a digital NHS work for everyone.
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Primary Care Weekly News Roundup 12th November 2021
A weekly roundup of all the important news GP practices need to know
Management
Covid Vaccination Mandatory for All NHS Frontline Workers in England—What Will This Mean for Your Practice?
The Health Secretary announced yesterday that all NHS frontline workers in England must have had the Covid Vaccination by 1st April 2022. Samantha Rigby, our HR Specialist, looks at what this could mean for practices.
Care Quality Commission
CQC State of Care report: Despite improvements, access, flexibility and quality remain barriers to true reform
The latest CQC report on the Care sector in England found many challenges around access, quality and flexibility, but also several reasons for optimism. 90% of GPs were rated good and 5% rated outstanding. But the report was clear that business as usual is no longer an option, and that new, smarter ways of working are needed.
Policy Update
Policy Updates - Week Commencing 8th November 2021
First Practice Management members can access a comprehensive and invaluable selection of sample documents in the Policies and Procedure Library.
Latest News
Primary Care Weekly News Roundup 5th November 2021
A weekly roundup of all the important news GP Practices need to know
HR / Employment Law
GP's on Strike? BMA rejects government 'rescue package' for Practices
The BMA and the General Practice Committee England (GPCE) have said that enough is enough. Last week they issued a statement advising LMCs and Practices not to engage with the government’s rescue plan, which would involve practices spending more time on bureaucratic processes and complying with league tables that would name and shame practices.
Mindfulness
Can mindfulness help you become a better leader?
Do you ever find yourself trapped in difficult situations, being anxious about the future or worried about how to manage your employees effectively?
Policy Update
Policy Updates - Week Commencing 1st November 2021
First Practice Management members can access a comprehensive and invaluable selection of sample documents in the Policies and Procedure Library.
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