In this week's episode, brought to you in partnership with Practice Index, we welcome back Claire Houston. Ben & Claire discuss the challenges PCNs face with the tight timelines and ambiguous guidance surrounding the new additional role reimbursement scheme for GPs. Claire shares her perspective on the recruitment hurdles, including stringent criteria, funding constraints, and the lack of clarity about funding beyond the initial six months. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on these pressing issues and potential pathways to sustainability in primary care.

Introduction (00:08)

Underspend on the additional role reimbursement scheme (00:57)

Introduction of the new additional role reimbursement scheme.. (01:50)

Funding beyond March (03:17)

Separate pot from the additional role reimbursement scheme (05:55)

Assurances by NHS England (07:08)

The numbers.. (08:43)

Where is additional money coming from? (09:43)

Providing support to the new GPs (11:30)

Where to place additional role staff.. (13:58)

Other stand outs about the new PCN Des.. (15:41)

PCN's position.. (16:53)

Using unspent ARRS money.. (20:26)

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