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07 August 2026

College announces election results 2026

The College is pleased to announce the successful candidates who have been elected to RCGP Council for a three-year term, beginning in November 2026.

31 July 2026

Statement on Channel 4 documentary

The College recognises ADHD as a neurodevelopmental condition and supports evidence-based care for people with ADHD in line with current national guidance.

31 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.

29 July 2026

RCGP responds to GMC data on fitness-to-practise complaints

The General Medical Council (GMC) has released its yearly report tracking fitness-to-practise concerns. One of the findings is the 25% increase in total complaints against doctors in one year from 2024 to 2025, although 90% of these are closed at triage.

29 July 2026

RCGP Scotland responds to new walk-in centre data

Today’s figures reinforce our long-held view: GP walk-in centres will not meaningfully increase the capacity of general practice to meet the needs of the population.

21 July 2026

RCGP welcomes new Health Secretary

The RCGP has responded to the appointment of the Right Honourable Yvette Cooper MP as Secretary of State for Health and Social Care.

10 July 2026

RCGP response to consultation on vaping restrictions

RCGP has responded to the UK Government and devolved governments’ consultation on proposals to reduce the appeal of vapes to children and young people.

09 July 2026

Five-year high for patient satisfaction with general practice

The RCGP welcomes the latest figures, which show that patient satisfaction continues to improve.

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.