GP leaders to vote on pushing for ‘unequivocal contractual right’ to refer

GP leaders will vote on pressing for a clear contractual right for GPs to refer patients to specialists, rather than via advice and guidance or referral hubs.

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GP leaders to vote on pushing for ‘unequivocal contractual right’ to refer

Published 27 October 2026 · Referrals & hospital services

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In brief GP leaders will vote on pressing for a clear contractual right for GPs to refer patients to specialists, rather than via advice and guidance or referral hubs.

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