4 stories

This week in the GP press

1. UK LMC conference to vote on plans for taking GPs outside NHS

   Pulse Collective action & GPC Read at Pulse ↗

   In brief

   UK LMC conference to debate a strategy for leaving GMS contracts and working outside the NHS.

2. NHS England backtracks on target for one in four GP referrals to be diverted via A&G

   Pulse Referrals & hospital services Read at Pulse ↗

   In brief

   NHS England dropped its target for a quarter of GP referrals to go via Advice & Guidance.

3. Making the most of QOF 2026/27 – key tips

   Pulse Contracts & funding Read at Pulse ↗

   In brief

   Practical tips for the new 2026/27 QOF indicators and boosting income.

4. GP partners approached by Operose with offers to take over their practices

   Pulse Contracts & funding Read at Pulse ↗

   In brief

   Operose Health has approached GP partners about taking over their practices.