Training and development events for GPs and practice staff - 11 September 2015
Reflective Practice Masterclass (10 October 2015, 13 November 2015 and 4 December 2015) – Each master class helps individuals to identify both the organisational and psychological barriers to change and personal development. They introduce techniques to enable participants to overcome some of the challenges facing GPs and gain insight into...Updated Subject Access Requests (SARs) guidance from the BMA - 11 September 2015
The BMA has issued guidance Focus on’ guidance on Subject Access Requests (SARs) for insurance purposes. The guidance has been updated following the Information Commissioner’s Office input and includes how to respond to SARs from third parties for non-insurance purposes.Don’t let your NMC registration lapse – important information for nurses and practice managers. - 11 September 2015
From November 2015 anyone who allows their registration to lapse will need to make an application for readmission to regain access to the registrar. This could take between two and six weeks. The previous administrative process that allowed a window where for late submissions was accepted without the need...Superfast broadband vouchers worth up to £3000 are available. - 11 September 2015
The government’s superfast broadband connection vouchers are still available to small and medium sized businesses in 22 super connected cities across the UK. London is one of the 22 super connected cities. Worth up to £3000, the connection vouchers cover the cost of installing superfast broadband at the business premises. ...Responsible Oxygen Prescribing - 11 September 2015
The London Respiratory Network have asked us to re-circulate a copy of the London Clinical Oxygen Network (LCON) key messages for Responsible Oxygen use in adults from 2012. Their advice is to continue to discuss any home oxygen prescription with...Friends and Family Test: Disappointing news for London practices - 11 September 2015
Although it is a contractual requirement for practices to carry out the Friends and Family Test (F&FT) and submit data each month, the May return for London was a disappointing 57% (a drop of 13% on April). This is a significant and worrying...PHP Reflective Practice Master Classes beginning 12 September 2015 - 12 August 2015
Each Master Class helps individuals to identify both the organisational and psychological barriers to change and personal development. Participants will have the choice of attending one of the following workshops: Mindfulness and stress reduction – this session will provide an introduction to mindfulness, covering how this technique can...GMS global sum calculation and data request for atypical population profiles - 12 August 2015
The BMA have produced a document that details how the global sum allocation (Carr-Hill formula) determines funding for GMS practices. This has been published in response to the Minimum Practice Income Guarantee (MPIG) phase-out changing the way GMS practices are funded. The latest PMS reviews also means...Men ACWY – Sign up guidance and Action Card for GPs from NHS England - 12 August 2015
Following enquiries received from practices regarding the Men ACWY programme, NHS England has issued brief guidance about the sign up process for this enhanced service. The deadline for practices to sign up to provide the Men ACWY vaccination programme has...Making health and social care information accessible - 12 August 2015
The new Accessible Information Standards for GP Practices has been launched by NHS England and comes into force on 31 July 2016. Practices must ensure that all information and communication support is provided in appropriate formats for people who have a disability, an impairment or have experienced sensory...The Care Quality Commission changes the way they schedule GP practice inspections - 11 August 2015
Michelle Golden, the Head of General Practice Inspections for London at the Care Quality Commission (CQC), recently informed us of a change to the way they schedule their inspections of NHS GP practices. Current approach A team of inspectors visits a number of practices within a single Clinical Commissioning Group...Important LMC Briefing on the London PMS Review - 03 August 2015
In the knowledge that PMS contract reviews must take place before April 2016 (see NHSE letters of February 2014 and September 2014), Londonwide LMCs have sought to engage with NHSE London on their approach and ability to complete the reviews across London within...Men ACWY – Sign up guidance and Action Card for GPs from NHS England - 31 July 2015
Following enquiries received from practices regarding the Men ACWY programme, NHS England has issued brief guidance about the sign up process for this enhanced service. The deadline for practices to sign up to provide the Men ACWY vaccination programme has been extended to Monday 31 August 2015. NHS England has...CQC inspections are changing - 30 July 2015
Michelle Golden, the Head of General Practice Inspections for London at the CQC, recently informed us about a change to the way they schedule their inspections of NHS GP practices. Current approach A team of inspectors visit a number of practices within a single Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) area during...Statement on ‘New Deal for GPs’ speech 2015 - 03 July 2015
Next day appointments, named GPs and seven day access are great ideas but alone will not deliver improved patient care. Another 5,000 GPs over five years will just about keep pace with current demand. To be meaningful and have an impact, finance must first be made available up-front to allow...M Word - Special Edition - GP Resilience - Take Control campaign launched - 14 November 2014
Dear Colleagues. Building GP Resilience – Take ControlLondonwide LMCs' CEO Dr Michelle Drage invited to City Hall - 14 February 2014
Londonwide LMCs' CEO Dr Michelle Drage invited to City Hall A meeting to be held by the London Assembly at City Hall on Thursday 6 February to discuss access to general practice services in London will be attended by Londonwide LMCs CEO Dr Michelle Drage. In particular, the meeting...Breach notices: Londonwide LMCs offers support to practices - 10 February 2014
PRESS RELEASE 2 January 2014 Londonwide LMCs' view on practices' early closure during Christmas Practices across London recognise that Christmas Eve is a period of low demand and for many...
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