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General Election 2024
Now's the time to speak up and tell your local parliamentary candidates why general practice matters.
Latest news
13 June 2024
‘We must support areas of greater deprivation’, says College Chair
College Chair Kamila Hawthorne featured in Pulse responding to their investigation into the link between lower GP practice funding and the number of patients per staff.
13 June 2024
College responds to Labour's plans for general practice, welcoming focus but highlighting need for funding
The RCGP welcomes Labour’s manifesto plans on primary care improvements but highlights the need for sufficient resources.
10 June 2024
College sends condolences following the tragic death of Dr Michael Mosley
The College sends condolences to the family of Michael Mosley, and mourns his loss.
07 June 2024
Health leaders issue urgent advice as cases of whooping cough rise
The RCGP, RCM, RCOG, and RCPCH are today issuing advice in a joint statement for parents, carers and healthcare professionals on whooping cough, otherwise known as pertussis.
Upcoming events
17 June 2024
Learn and Connect | British Sign Language for Medical Professionals
Three evenings offering the chance to learn: Basic medical terms, How to introduce yourself and your job role, How to ask about common symptoms e.g. pain, How to reassure the patient and explain you will locate an interpreter.
17 June 2024
North East England Faculty board meeting June
Our Faculty board meet in June is face to face and would be lovely for you to join us in person. The Faculty is made up with GP volunteers and Lay representatives. We also have representation from local groups such as student's groups, First 5 and AiTs.
18 June 2024
AKT Preparation Course - 18 June 2024
This one-day interactive course has been designed for those planning to take the AKT component of the MRCGP. It will assist with your exam preparation and revision for the MRCGP AKT examination, focusing on high yield and difficult curriculum topics, including the topics trainees often forget to include in their revision and help with your exam technique.
18 June 2024
RCGP Wales - Medical Terminology for Non-Clinical GP Staff
This half-day course is an interactive and enjoyable session, suitable for receptionists and all admin staff in the GP practice. It is only open to those working in Wales.
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