Hundreds of GP practices hit by website outages
A website provider's collapse caused online service disruptions for hundreds of English GP surgeries.
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Five-year UK settlement path to remain open to doctors
Government confirmed doctors and other public service workers can still gain UK settlement after five years via a new earnings requirement.
Third of workers delay GP visits due to work pressures
A survey found one-third of English workers delayed or skipped GP appointments due to work commitments.
NHS safety investigations body will no longer be abolished, Government confirms
Government reversed plan to scrap the safety investigation group, moving its work away from the CQC.
General Practice Annual Electronic Self-Declaration (eDec) 2026 Submission
The General Practice Annual Electronic Self-Declaration (eDEC) is a mandatory collection which all GP practices in England must complete. The 2026 submission is now open and is due to close on Monday 23 November 2026 .
Corporate Plan Survey
Birmingham City Council is creating a new Corporate Plan for the next three to four years. This plan will set out what they want to achieve during this time, with a focus on providing better services and outcomes for local people.
West Midlands Police Partnership Information Report (PIR)
The purpose of the West Midlands Police Partnership Information Report is for General Practice (and other agencies) to share any information that may be important and relevant for the Police in order to build intelligence around potential crimes and…
NHSE chair urged to explain primary care double floor space claim
MPs asked the NHS England chair to explain the claim that primary care has double the necessary floor space.
About 500 GP practices affected by website outage, NHS England confirms
NHS England confirmed about 500 GP practices experienced website problems after a website service company entered administration.
Concerns raised over end of funding increase requirement for children’s mental health
A think tank warns ending funding increase requirements for children's mental health services undermines efforts to reduce waiting times.