Employment scheme aiming to reduce GP fit notes being rolled out nationally

A DWP employment support scheme intended to reduce demand for GP fit notes is being rolled out nationally.

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Employment scheme aiming to reduce GP fit notes being rolled out nationally

Published 20 January 2026 · Contracts & funding

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In brief A DWP employment support scheme intended to reduce demand for GP fit notes is being rolled out nationally.

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  2. Employment scheme aiming to reduce GP fit notes being rolled out nationally
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