Talking General Practice GP pay rise, job prospects for the next generation, NI contract imposed
Jun 6, 2025
This week, insightful discussions reveal a 4% pay rise for GPs amid ongoing contract negotiations. Concerns loom over a potential job crisis, with up to 1,000 newly-qualified GPs facing unemployment this summer due to funding issues. In Northern Ireland, local GPs reject a government contract, calling for collective action. Amid these challenges, NHS England introduces a groundbreaking gonorrhea vaccination program, showcasing a positive shift in public health initiatives.
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GP Pay Rise Complexity
- The government's 4% pay rise for GPs may not fully materialize due to funding mechanics.
- Variations in practice costs and limited global sum uplifts mean some staff and partners may see less than promised.
BMA Rejects Pay Rise Sufficiency
- The BMA says 4% pay rise is insufficient for GPs given rising costs and pay erosion.
- They seek clarity on funding to ensure practices can fully pass on pay rises and cover ARRS staff increases.
Resident Doctors Strike Risk
- Resident doctors face possible strikes over insufficient pay rises after real terms pay fell 25% since 2008.
- Ballots are open, signaling strong likelihood of industrial action if pay demands unmet.