Delegates to hear how AI and digital tools can support PCNs
Attendees will learn how smart technology can aid better choices and service provision within local primary care groups.
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NHS workforce plan being reassessed due to AI advances, says health secretary
Health secretary announced the NHS staffing plan is being reviewed because AI progress is significantly changing workforce needs.
How long before the work needs a contract and a budget behind it?
Primary care groups are being urged to start local community projects without waiting for formal agreements or funding.
Patient Notification Survey
A survey regarding patient notifications is now live within e-RS for referring clinicians and referring clinician admin users. The survey can be accessed via the notifications bar at the top of the screen.
Cybersecurity Webinars for Primary Care
NHS England have teamed up with the City of London Police’s Cyber Griffin team to deliver a series of free cybersecurity webinars for primary care organisations.
Digital skills training – boosting people’s online confidence
The Black Country ICB Digital Inequalities Team is excited to offer our digital skills training sessions to Black Country citizens.
NHS App national webinar
← NHS England Primary Care Bulletin – 29 October 2026 NHSEEvent Event date: 4 November Read more at NHS England ↗ Read the full item in the bulletin ↗ From NHS England’s Primary Care Bulletin, issue 412, 29 October 2026.…
Chancellor announces review into NHS productivity and AI
The Chancellor has started a review of NHS productivity and AI to help staff focus more on patient care.
‘Early-career GPs must have a seat at the table when it comes to the future of general practice’
New representatives for young general practitioners are now involved in shaping the future of primary care.
‘AI can diagnose, but GPs’ empathy will always be needed’
A publication discusses how AI can diagnose, but human empathy from GPs remains essential for patient care.