This week's episode features discussions led by our Practice Index sponsored panel members Jo Wadey, Robyn Clark, and Nicola Davies. This episode focuses on the 'NHS Long Term Workforce Plan'. They delve into the positive aspects associated with the long-term plan while also addressing the concerns they have since its publication. The panel members discuss recruitment within practices, the incorporation of additional roles and the allocation of funding. Jo, Robyn, and Nicola highlight the benefits of the long-term plan; however, they also express their apprehensions regarding the absence of any specific mention of management within the practices. Ben ends the discussion by asking for the IGPMs response to the plan. 

 

Introduction & thoughts on the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan (0:09)

 

Recruiting trainees & apprentices.. (1:59)

 

The panel's opinions on the plans for GP recruitment.. (4:01)

 

Increasing specialist doctors in GPs.. (5:34)

 

Would you recruit a specialist doctor in your practice? (8:02)

 

Additional roles & funding..  (11:03)

 

The issue of pay.. (14:13)

 

NHS Long Term Workforce Plan not referencing GP managers.. (15:05)

 

Government vs local support? (18:20)

 

IGPM response to the plan.. (24:12)

 

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