In this week’s episode Emma and Nick discuss the GP contract in England, where it could go next and what the BMA, the government and NHS England might all be hoping to achieve. And they talk about what could happen to the GP jobs that have been added to the additional roles reimbursement scheme in future.

They also explain the RCGP’s decision to say there is no role for physician associates in general practices and look at the college’s new guidance on scope of practice, induction and supervision for those PAs already in post. And they talk about assisted dying in light of the new bill that’s been introduced to the parliament in Westminster this week.

Our good news story this week is about improvements in patients’ experiences of contacting their practice.

This episode was presented by GPonline editor Emma Bower and deputy editor Nick Bostock. It was produced by Czarina Deen.

Useful links

●     BMA sets out terms for major GP contract overhaul in 2028

●     PCNs taking part in NHS England GP operating model pilot named

●     ARRS may not be long-term solution to growing GP jobs, NHS official suggests

●     RCGP physician associate guidance at a glance: catch up on the key points

●     GPs and practices recognised for providing excellent end-of-life care

●     'Green shoots of hope' amid rise in patients who say contacting GP practice is easy

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