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27 November 2025

Royal College of GPs calls on Home Secretary to remove the barriers for international GPs

The Royal College of GPs has written to the Home Secretarycalling for urgent action to address the barriers International Medical Graduates are facing trying to secure work in the NHS.

26 November 2025

RCGP responds to the Autumn Budget 2025

Professor Kamila Hawthorne, Chair of the Royal College of GPs, reacts to the Chancellor's 2025 Budget.

25 November 2025

In the health news

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

22 November 2025

GP practices need more GPs but can’t afford them, College warns

Over 8,200 GPs and GP Registrars have written to the Secretary of State to call for action to recruit and retain GPs.

21 November 2025

College announcement on future of 30 Euston Square

The RCGP has announced that it will be engaging on a preferred option to sell its 30 Euston Square headquarters and find a new building in London to better meet future College needs.

21 November 2025

RCGP urges action to retain international GP graduates

The RCGP warns that losing international medical graduates after training risks worsening GP shortages and calls for easier routes to remain in the NHS.

13 November 2025

RCGP responds to UKHSA report on rise in antibiotic-resistant infections

Professor Kamila Hawthorne warns that new UKHSA figures on antibiotic-resistant infections underline the urgency of using antibiotics responsibly and improving patient understanding of when they are effective.

10 November 2025

RCGP warns of a 'mass exodus' of GPs within five years

New polling by the College reveals nearly a third of GPs are unlikely to be working in general practice in five years’ time

07 November 2025

Flu is on the rise – and it’s hitting earlier than usual

Professor Kamila Hawthorne, Chair of the RCGP, warns that the latest data from the RCGP’s Research and Surveillance Centre shows high levels of flu and respiratory illnesses earlier than expected this winter and offers advice to protect vulnerable groups and reduce pressure on the NHS.