About us
Welcome from the North Wales Faculty. We support members throughout their careers by providing educational events, professional development opportunities, local networking and representation. We also ensure that the views and experiences of general practice across North Wales are represented within RCGP Wales and the wider College.
Get involved
Faculty Board
The North Wales Faculty Board is made up of local GP volunteers, lay representatives, and members from groups including First5 and GP registrars. The Board supports local networking, education, and member engagement, while ensuring local issues and perspectives are represented at RCGP Wales and RCGP Council.
We meet four times a year and welcome local members to attend meetings and contribute to discussions. We're always keen to hear from enthusiastic volunteers who would like to help shape the future of general practice in North Wales.
Upcoming Board Meetings:
- Tuesday 10 November 2026, 19:00 at The Imperial Hotel, Llandudno. Book your slot for the board meeting
- Tuesday 23 February 2027, 19:00 via Zoom
- Tuesday 1 June 2027, 19:00 via Zoom
- Tuesday 31 August 2027, 19:00 via Zoom
- Tuesday 9 November 2027, 19:00 via Zoom
If you would like to attend a Board meeting as an observer, please book your place at our next meeting using the registration link above. For more information about attending a meeting or becoming a Board member, please contact the faculty office. We would be delighted to hear from you.
First5 support group
Join the North Wales Faculty and fellow First5 GPs from across the region for free, informal events offering learning, peer support and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
Evenings begin with a complimentary meal, followed by an engaging talk from a guest speaker on a relevant topic.
If you'd like to be informed about future events, please contact the faculty office.
LCARM Group
The North Wales Faculty's Late Career and Retired Members (LCaRM) group, led by Dr Liz Bowen, brings together GPs approaching retirement, those who are semi-retired and those who have retired.
The group meets quarterly for in-person events that combine education, discussion, and social networking in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Each meeting includes a complimentary meal, providing an opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, share experiences, explore topics of interest, and stay involved with the wider general practice community.
If you would like to be informed about future LCaRM events, please contact the Faculty Office.
Upcoming events
26 September 2026
Effective out of hours training | part 1
This is the first of two online courses aimed at GP Registrars who are new to out of hours and working towards their urgent and unscheduled care competencies.
29 September 2026
AKT preparation course
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...
29 September 2026
Child & adult safeguarding: level 3
Safeguarding is simply part of the holistic care we provide in general practice. We are frequently in contact with patients who are victims and survivors of abuse and it is...
30 September 2026
Health gained over weight lost: Wraparound lifestyle support in obesity management
This webinar will explore the concept of wraparound support in obesity management, emphasising the integration of medication with physical activity, nutrition, behavioural support...
Awards, Prizes and Fellowship
Fellowship
If you've been a member of the College for five years or more, you may wish to apply for Fellowship – the College's highest membership grad
Fellowship is a mark of distinction that recognises your contribution to general practice, your commitment to the profession and the impact of your work.
There is no fee to apply, and applications are completed online. Visit the RCGP Fellowship page for details on eligibility and the application process.
If you have any questions or would like support with your application, please contact the faculty office.
Annual Dr David Wood Memorial Student Bursary
Congratulations to Latifah James, winner of the 2026 Dr David Wood Memorial Student Bursary.
The bursary supports a Bangor, Liverpool or Manchester medical student who has undertaken a placement in North Wales. It provides a free ticket to the RCGP Annual Conference in Glasgow on 29–30 October 2026, plus up to £350 towards travel and accommodation.
Applications are now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied.
RCGP Annual Conference – North Wales Faculty Prize Draw:
Congratulations to our 2026 prize draw winners:
- Member: Dr Catrin Williams
- First5: Dr Corina Anders
- GP Registrar: Dr Sonja Hofmann
We are delighted to support our winners in attending the RCGP Annual Conference in Glasgow on 29–30 October 2026. Applications are now closed, and we thank everyone who entered.
The RCGP Annual Conference brings together GPs and practice teams from across the UK to share knowledge, explore clinical and policy developments, and connect with colleagues.
Meet your Faculty Board
Faculty Officers
- Dr Selena Harris, Chair
- Dr Sioned Enlli, Provost
- Dr Sonja Hofmann, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Representative
Faculty Board members
- Dr Peter Saul
- Dr Tom Kneale
- Dr Dulal Banerjee
- Dr Meleri Evans, Established GP Representative
- Dr Tom Windsor-Lewis
- Dr Hayley Jones
- Dr Anna Mackenzie, Climate and Sustainability Lead
- Dr Marc Edwards, Bangor Medical School Representative
- Dr Liz Bowen, LCARM Representative
- Dr Corina Anders
- Dr Jen Ellis
- Dr James Chapman
- Dr Rebecca Payne
- Dr Owen Evans, GP Registrar Representative
- Dr Catrin Williams
- Dr Amy Ellison
- Koyrul Amin, GPSoc Representative
Faculty Board Vacancies
The RCGP North Wales Faculty is looking for enthusiastic members to join our board and help shape the future of general practice in our region. We currently have vacancies for the following roles:
- First5 Representative
- Board Members
If you are passionate about supporting your colleagues and advancing primary care, we would love to hear from you. Members are also welcome to join attend a Board meeting as an observer.
To find out more or to express your interest, please get in touch.
Contact us
RCGP North Wales Faculty
4th Floor
Cambrian Buildings
Mount Stuart Square
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff
CF10 5FL
Telephone: 020 3188 7697
Email: nwales@rcgp.org.uk
Office opening hours:
Monday: 08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday: 08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday: 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday: 08:00 - 17:00
Your Faculty Support Officer is Angela Hodgetts.
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