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07 July 2026

RCGP publishes first Research Roadmap for UK general practice

The roadmap sets out a shared vision for embedding research, scholarship and evidence-informed practice at the heart of the profession.

03 July 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.

02 July 2026

RCGP welcomes expanded RSV vaccine offer for vulnerable adults

Professor Victoria Tzortziou Brown, President of the Royal College of GPs to the expanded RSV vaccine offer for vulnerable adults.

16 June 2026

Successful improvement programme for GP practices to continue across England

The Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) has secured a three-year contract from NHSE England to continue delivering Practice Level Support (PLS) to GP practices across the North West, South West and Midlands regions of England.

05 June 2026

How can GP capacity grow when its share of funding is falling?

RCGP NI Chair, Dr Ursula Mason speaks on the latest General Medical Services (GMS) statistics and what it means for general practice.

04 June 2026

RCGP responds to Lord Mann review of racism in the NHS

“The findings of Lord Mann’s review are deeply concerning and highlight the importance of continued action to tackle antisemitism, anti-Muslim hatred and all forms of racism across the NHS.

03 June 2026

RCGP responds to PAC report on support for people living with frailty

The Royal College of GPs has responded to concerns raised by the Public Accounts Committee on frailty services.

02 June 2026

RCGP responds to Government decision on prostate cancer screening

Professor Victoria Tzortziou Brown, President of the Royal College of GPs, said: “Cancer screening programmes can save lives, but they must be evidence-based and reliable, particularly given the risks of overdiagnosis and unnecessary treatment.

22 May 2026

RCGP response to Health Committee report on physical activity for healthy ageing

RCGP has responded to the Health and Social Care committee's report on physical activity as an integral tool for health and wellbeing in older patients