Guidance and resources

This page provides background to A&G and covers how to navigate contractual and regulatory obligations in the best interest of patients.

Shared care guidelines are frequently used in the NHS to transfer work and the care of patients from secondary/tertiary care to primary care.

The GMC's Good Medical Practice guidance was updated on 30 January 2024, replacing the previous version on this date.

This poster explains that patients do not need to book a GP appointment if you need support for your DWP appeal.

This poster explains that patients do not need a doctor's letter to support housing applications.

For Stress Awareness Month, we spoke to GPs about workplace stress and explain how Londonwide LMCs provides support.

GP locums form a vital part of the GP workforce – it is important that they are made welcome and can work safely at your practice.

Our new video explains that practice teams are still there for patients in person, online and by phone.

Our new video explains how patients and GPs want the same things, but outside pressures get in the way.

Our video explains to patients the best options for getting care, including self-care and pharmacies.

Since 31 October 2023 all practices have been contractually obliged to provide access to prospective entries for all patients.

Our A4 posters are for displaying to patients, providing statistics on increasing appointments being offered by local GPs and the challenges they face with a shrinking workforce.