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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

21 May 2026

RCGP response to DWP’s fit note reform plan

RCGP have always been clear that any reform of the fit note process must put the health and wellbeing of patients first, rather than being driven primarily by economic considerations or policy targets.

15 May 2026

College letter to new Health Secretary

Professor Victoria Tzortziou Brown, President of RCGP Council congratulates Rt Hon James Murray MP on his appointment as Secretary of State for Health and Social Care.

13 May 2026

RCGP responds to the King’s Speech

The College responds to the King’s Speech and the new NHS Modernisation Bill.

06 May 2026

We need more GPs - not targets, says College President

Professor Victoria Tzortziou Brown, RCGP President, has responded to reports that the Prime Minister is considering a new target for improving patients’ experience of making a GP appointment.

05 May 2026

RCGP response to survey on online access to general practice

The RCGP has responded to coverage of the Re-engage Care on HOLD report on the use of online tools in general practice, highlighting the importance of maintaining accessible care for patients who are digitally excluded or less confident using technology.

30 April 2026

Improving access and consistency at Liscard Group Practice

Liscard Group Practice improved patient access and care consistency through partnering with RCGP’s Practice Level Support (PLS) programme, reducing inappropriate GP appointments and increasing use of alternative care pathways.

30 April 2026

GPs losing £400 worth of time a day to avoidable workload

A new report from the College reveals the scale of GP workload and the impact on patient care.

29 April 2026

RCGP response to the Tobacco and Vapes Bill

RCGP President Victoria Tzortziou Brown welcomes the landmark Tobacco and Vapes Bill gaining Royal Assent as a decisive step towards preventing addiction, reducing health inequalities and improving the nation’s health.