South West Wales Faculty

Welcome / Croeso. The South West Wales Faculty covers a diverse area stretching Swansea in the south, up to Aberystwyth in the north and Builth Wells in the east, supporting 651 members, Fellows, GP registrars, and students in their careers and continued professional development.

Get involved

Next board meeting and AGM

Board meeting dates for 2025:

• Thursday 4 September 2025, 19:00 via Zoom
• Thursday 13 November 2025, 19:00 in person, (venue TBC)

The Faculty Board is made up of local GP volunteers who provide local networking, education, and support for members in the area. We meet four times per year to progress local engagement activities and discuss issues pertinent to members, which are then fed back to Welsh Council and College Council. Local members are welcome to attend Board meetings and participate in these discussions – we are always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help us develop our local engagement programme and to raise awareness of the demographic issues and needs of GPs and patients alike. 

First5 Group

Having completed your training, the next step awaits! Join Dr Zara Ansar, the South West Wales Faculty First5 Lead, for a complimentary exclusive learning experience designed specifically for First5s. These informal gatherings are about peer support, engaging evening sessions for career advancement, learning sessions, and networking opportunities. The evening begins with a meal, followed by an insightful talk from a guest speaker on a relevant topic. If you would like to be informed about future events please contact the Faculty office. 

Local training and development

Fellowship

July 2025

Did you know the RCGP Fellowship application fee has been removed?

Now is the perfect time to celebrate your career achievements and gain recognition from your peers by applying for RCGP Fellowship – the College’s highest grade of membership and a mark of excellence in general practice.

If you’ve been a member for five years or more, we warmly encourage you to consider applying. Our Faculty Fellowship Committee is here to support you through the nomination process and can offer guidance and advice via the Faculty office.

You’ll find full details on how to apply on the RCGP Fellowship webpage. If you’re unsure about any part of the process or just want to learn more, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Mentoring

June 2025

Connect, support, grow: RCGP Mentoring offers an array of complimentary resources to help you navigate the mentoring process, supporting you in your role as a mentee or mentor and ensuring that your mentoring relationships are enjoyable and productive.

The faculty actively encourages its members of 5 years plus standing to consider putting themselves forward for Fellowship. We have a Faculty Fellowship Committee (FFC) within the faculty who can offer advice and support through the faculty office. 

Mentoring

June 2025

Connect, support, grow: RCGP Mentoring offers an array of complimentary resources to help you navigate the mentoring process, supporting you in your role as a mentee or mentor and ensuring that your mentoring relationships are enjoyable and productive.

Awards and prizes

June 2025

RCGP Annual Conference - South West Wales Faculty prize draw competition

The RCGP South West Wales Faculty is pleased to support its members in attending the RCGP Annual Conference in Newport on 9-10 October 2025. Applications are now closed, and we are delighted to announce that this year’s winners are:

• GP Registrar – Dr Eleanor Cockerill
• GP Registrar – Dr Emmanuel Ike
• First5 – Dr Damien Wilson
• Member – Dr Tracey Brady

Why attend the RCGP Annual Conference?

The RCGP Annual Conference is designed for GPs and practice team colleagues, showcasing the latest clinical and policy developments across the UK and bringing together an impressive range of inspirational speakers.

Whether you're seeking to develop your clinical knowledge, connect with peers within our diverse community, or celebrate general practice and the vital part you play, our Annual Conference provides the ideal platform to re-energise and get inspired to continue working in our amazing profession.

Meet your Faculty

Contact us

RCGP South Wales Faculty
4th Floor
Cambrian Buildings
Mount Stuart Square
Cardiff Bay
Cardiff
CF10 5FL

Telephone: 020 3188 7697
Email: swwales@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.

Useful links

• Faculty bye laws (PDF file, 459 KB)