Royal College of General Practitioners

This week, 40 politicians wrote to the Chancellor, reiterating the College's call for "urgent assurances that GP practices will be given the same protection as the rest of the NHS and public sector, and receive the necessary funding to cover these additional costs." Many GP practices are already struggling to keep their doors open and make ends meet due to historic chronic underfunding. We will continue to raise our serious concerns regarding the impact this increase may have on practices, and ultimately patient care.

"Good care is evidence-based care" In our latest GP Frontline article, we spoke to Dr Emma Tonner a registrar doctor, Professor Sophie Park a GP and RCGP Scientific Foundation Board's new Chair and Dr Serge Engamba, a GP Primary care Academic Collaborative (PACT) Vice-Chair about how their careers have been and the reality of balancing research with clinical practice. #GPFrontline Read more about how academic research enriches general practice. ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/e4ym3SiT

We would like to wish our Royal Patron, His Majesty The King a Happy Birthday. 🎉

This #WorldDiabetesDay, catch up on the latest in diabetes care with our recent One Day Essentials conference, available to watch on REWIND until 9 January. This recording covers everything from diagnosing and treating Type 2 Diabetes to practical insights on glucose monitoring and managing diabetic kidney disease. Free for RCGP members, this is a great way to refresh your knowledge and practical skills in diabetes management. Watch here. ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/exwdXW-6 #RCGPLearning #GetUpToDate

With the conclusion of the RCGP AGM this evening, I’m thrilled to officially start my role as RCGP GP Registar Vice Chair alongside Dr. Akram Hussain & Deepthi Lavu as Co-Chairs. In many ways it’s not a very fun time to be a GP Registrar. We are faced with huge pressures on a chronically underfunded primary care service, post-CCT jobs crisis and the general pressure and financial burdens of being a Resident Doctor. I’m very much looking forward to working with Akram and Deepthi to provide a voice for GP Registars on these and other important issues such as improving exam resources provided by the college, ensuring GP Registrars are getting value for their membership and lobbying for equity in training resources such as study budgets across the four nations. If you are a GP Registrar and want to hear more about our plans, raise any concerns or are interested in becoming a GP Registrar rep, please be sure to get in touch at gpregistrars@rcgp.org.uk Royal College of General Practitioners https://lnkd.in/grQTZNmw

Here’s a rundown of how we voted this evening: Members voted against Special Resolution 4 on the future composition of the Trustee Board and we will reflect on the discussions and consider next steps. The College voted to change the name of Chair of Council to President from November 2025 to avoid confusion over the titles and align ourselves to other Royal Medical Colleges. Our ceremonial head, currently President, will be known as Provost. No changes to the election process or duties have been made. The College voted to use the name GP Registrar with immediate effect for our GPs in training. Thanks to everyone who joined us in person and online tonight.

Our AGM is getting started at 30 Euston Square and online https://lnkd.in/gQbuCSyQ

Primary care makes up 23% of NHS emissions. Our Net Zero Hub provides free eLearning courses and resources for GPs looking to improve sustainability in primary care, covering topics including: - prescribing changes - low carbon respiratory care - energy-efficient practice, and more. #COP28 #RCGPLearning Let's work together for a healthier planet and healthier patients. Explore the hub. ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/e6yiniwX

With the 29th United Nations Climate Change conference now underway, our Chair Kamila Hawthorne has joined UK Health Alliance on Climate Change and health leaders in writing to Ed Miliband MP urging the Government to put health at the forefront of discussions and demonstrate global leadership on climate change. You can read the letter here: ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/etu5bYWX

🔈This is your last chance to secure your early bird ticket!🔈   This RCGP and Addiction Professionals, Managing addictions in primary care 2025 conference, is one you won’t want to miss.   "This event is a must for healthcare professionals working with addictions. It combines the latest developments and research in the sector, together with sessions that will suit those who are new to the field. It is a great way to network with colleagues and expand your knowledge in this important field." - Kate Halliday, Addiction Professionals Executive Director   Book your ticket by Thursday 14 November and save up to £66 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ew778cNi   Who can you expect to hear from:   • Kate Green, Deputy Mayor of Greater Manchester • Dr Richard Vautrey, president of the RCGP • Prof Kamila Hawthorne MBE, Chair of RCGP council • Prof David Nutt, Professor of Neuropsychopharmacology, Imperial College London, Chair of Drug Science • Roger Prudham Dr Roger Prudham, Consultant gastroenterologist • Dr Caroline Copeland, Senior Lecturer in Pharmacology & Toxicology, King’s College London • Dean Acreman, Project Manager of WEDINOS • Professor Adam R Winstock, Consultant Psychiatrist & Addiction Medicine Specialist • Dr Warren Larkin, Consultant Clinical Psychologist • Daniel Ahmed, Clinical Director Cranstoun • and more… https://lnkd.in/ed-7QbqZ   #RCGPLearning #RCGP #MAPCConf #Harmreduction #Primarycare