5 items

This week from NHS England

1. Review of GP funding formula announced

   NHSE Contracts & funding

   In brief

   NIHR will run a six-month review of the GP funding formula, aiming for a fairer distribution that reflects health inequalities.

2. Contract requirements

   NHSE Contracts & funding, IT, data & cyber security Read at NHS England ↗

   In brief

   NHS England confirmed the three 2025/26 contract changes now in force: online tools open in core hours, GP Connect Update Record, and a link to You and Your General Practice.

3. How General Practice can ensure better outcomes for people with a learning disability

   NHSE Public health

   In brief

   A letter from the Health Secretary and Mencap urges practices to improve learning disability registers and annual health checks.

4. Clinical Systems Experience Survey for General Practice

   NHSE IT, data & cyber security

   In brief

   Practice staff asked to complete the Clinical Systems Experience Survey by 16 November 2025.

5. MCCD guidance – the importance of completing the implantable device field

   NHSE CQC, regulation & governance

   In brief

   Doctors completing MCCDs should always fill in the implantable device field, for safe cremation and burial.