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28 August 2026

In the health news

The College regularly features in the news to be the voice for general practice on issues that matter to members.

28 August 2026

Past and present RCGP leaders unite behind five commitments for NHS reform

Nineteen current and former Presidents and Chairs of the Royal College of General Practitioners have come together to call for strong general practice to be central in the next phase of NHS reform.

26 August 2026

RCGP Scotland responds to GP walk-in centre data

In July, GP walk-in centres delivered an average of 120 appointments per day. By comparison, GP practices across Scotland provide around 136,000 patient contacts on a typical weekday. This means that the GP walk-in centres currently opened added approximately 0.09% of additional capacity.

25 August 2026

RCGP responds to new HPV home-testing kits

The College responds to NHS England’s launch of HPV self-testing kits for women who have missed cervical screening.

18 August 2026

Significant variation in A&G pathways must be addressed: RCGP responds to HSSIB report

The RCGP has responded to the HSSIB’s interim report into the safety of Advice and Guidance services.

17 August 2026

A&G initiatives have potential to support patient care but need to work for everyone involved

The RCGP has responded to two surveys on the impact of Advice and Guidance services on GPs and secondary care doctors.

13 August 2026

GMC report highlights ‘worrying’ trends that must be addressed

The RCGP has responded to the GMC’s ‘The state of medical education and practice in the UK: Workplace experiences 2026’ report.

12 August 2026

New report ‘lays bare’ challenges facing general practice

The College has responded to the Health Foundation’s report on GP Funding in England.

07 August 2026

College announces election results 2026

The College is pleased to announce the successful candidates who have been elected to RCGP Council for a three-year term, beginning in November 2026.