5 items

This week from NHS England

1. New look NHS App

   NHSE IT, data & cyber security

   In brief

   The NHS App has a new look, with appointment information brought together.

2. Primary Care Networks: Network Contract Directed Enhanced Service Local Variation Arrangements

   NHSE PCNs & neighbourhoods

   In brief

   ICBs can now request local variations to the Network Contract DES, from 1 May 2026.

3. Implementing the 2026/27 GP Contract changes to personal medical services and alternative provider medical services contracts

   NHSE Contracts & funding Read at NHS England ↗

   In brief

   How 2026/27 GMS funding changes apply to PMS and APMS contracts.

4. Amendments to the SFE – including the practice level GP reimbursement scheme

   NHSE Contracts & funding, Workforce & employment

   In brief

   SFE amendments set out the practice-level GP reimbursement scheme and update locum cover payments.

5. GIRFT best practice tool supports primary care assessment of spinal pain

   NHSE Referrals & hospital services

   In brief

   GIRFT one-page tool for assessing neck and back pain in primary care.