A new contract between the government and England's GPs will allocate an extra £889 million annually to general practices, enabling online appointment bookings and better access to usual doctors. The deal contains provisions to reduce bureaucratic targets and enhance the flexibility of surgeries in hiring healthcare staff. Key measures include increased payment for childhood vaccinations and a growth in the contract's total value by 7.2%. The Labour government aims to alleviate pressure on GPs and improve patient experience, while the doctors’ union sees this as a pivotal first step toward revitalizing general practices, urging further reform discussions.
The new contract for England's GPs will provide an additional £889 million annually to ease pressure on practices and improve patient access to appointments.
The government aims to end the chaotic early morning appointment scramble by cutting red tape and increasing funding, giving GPs more time to see patients.
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