FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
Here is a list of some of the
questions we are asked most frequently. If you are unable to find
an answer to your enquiry, please contact us and we will be happy
to assist.
For
authors
For
readers
For
reviewers
For
advertisers
For
publishers
For authors
- I want to submit a paper. Would the journal be
interested in the topic I choose?
Unfortunately, it’s not possible to comment on anything that has
not been formally submitted, unless it concerns an editorial. If
you would like to submit the finished paper, we will put it through
our submission process and the Editor will e-mail you feedback.
However, authors considering submitting an editorial should either
contact the Editor via the BJGP office and discuss it, or email an
outline to journal@rcgp.org.uk so that we can
advise you whether it is likely to be welcomed, and whether someone
else is already working on that topic.
- Do you prefer material to be submitted
electronically?
Yes, articles should be submitted online at http://bjgp.allentrack.net/
- Is it necessary to send hard copies of material
submitted electronically?
No, the entire peer review process is handled electronically.
- What information do I need when telephoning the office
about the progress of my paper?
Each paper submitted through the online submission system is given
a unique reference number (e.g. BJGP/2011/0288). You will be able
to view the progress of your paper online. However, if you need to
telephone the office, please quote the reference number.
- When can I expect proofs of my accepted
paper?
We go to press on a Monday in the middle of the month before
publication, and you should expect to receive proofs a week or so
before then.
- I want to request permission to use BJGP content. Who
do I contact?
Please send any permission requests or copyright enquiries to Moira
Davies at: mdavies@rcgp.org.uk
- Where can I find more information for
authors?
Full details can be found at: Information for authors.
For readers
- How do I access BJGP journal articles?
For step-by-step instructions, visit Access
help.
- Where
can I find new and old BJGP articles?
All new
content can be accessed via Recent
issues. The BJGP archive is available free to all
via Archive.
- How do I subscribe to the BJGP?
If you
are not a member and would like to subscribe to the BJGP, you can
do so via: Subscribe. (Members of
the RCGP have free access, so there is no need to
subscribe.)
- I have subscribed, how do I activate my
account?
If you choose to receive the online BJGP -
either alone or in a combined subscription - then you must validate
your login by registering your subscription. You can do this by
clicking on Personal
registration and then following either the institutional or
individual Activation link, as appropriate. Once you have
registered, you can activate your subscription by clicking on
Activate personal subscription to gain access to the online
BJGP.
- How do non-members access BJGP content?
If you are not a member and you would like to preview BJGP content
or pay-per-view, go to IngentaConnect.
- Where can I find general information for
readers?
Courses, conferences, and appointments can
be found at Information for
readers.
For reviewers
For advertisers
For publishers
- I want to request permission to use BJGP content. Who
do I contact?
Please send any permission requests or copyright enquiries to
Moira Davies.
Have we answered your query?
If your query remains unresolved, or you require further
assistance, please Contact
us.