Talking General Practice What do we know about the 10-year NHS plan?
Jun 20, 2025
This discussion dives deep into the future of the NHS and its ambitious 10-year plan. Key topics include the potential revival of the family doctor and the crucial role of GPs in local hospital management. The speakers tackle challenges related to workforce sustainability, funding, and necessary reforms for community healthcare. Innovative approaches, like the new GP contract, aim to enhance service delivery. As they celebrate GPs honored recently, the conversation emphasizes the importance of integrating general practice within the evolving NHS structure.
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NHS Spending Review Highlights
- The NHS will get a 3% average annual increase in day-to-day spending until 2028-29.
- This funding aims to shift care to the community and train more GPs, but details on job placements are unclear.
Cautious Views on NHS Funding
- Experts remain cautious if funding is enough to meet government NHS targets.
- Capital spending flatlining risks delaying premises upgrades and tech investments needed for efficiency.
10-Year Plan Promises Radical NHS Overhaul
- The 10-year NHS plan promises radical overhaul, shifting care back to community focus.
- It aims to reshape Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) to strategic roles and revive neighborhood NHS models.