The BMA have published a number of resources to assist practices with different aspects of the 2026/27 contract, including:
Focus on Advice and Guidance and SPoA – April 2026
Focus On The New 26-27 GP Employment Reimbursement Scheme
DDRB FAQ 2026-27
This referral letter cover sheet has been issued by GPCE to be used from now on.
Click for more informationThis is in response to the ongoing central push for models that bypass hospital consultants, and set target for referral rejections. Our right to refer as GPs has to be protected and is a key part of being able to advocate for our patients. Locally, we will continue conversations with the trusts about how we can find alternatives that work for all of us, and our patients.
LMC slides on the imposed GP Contract 2026/27. Provides an overview of all key aspects of the 2026/27 contract.
Click below for latest from the BMA on their dispute with the government over the 2026/27 contract.
Practices may be asked for assurance around their online access following the contractual changes on 1st October. It is important practices are clear in their response – read the LMC’s advice to practices.
Read advice from the LMC and the BMA on the 1 October changes and what practices need to do to comply.
Practices are still advised to follow the BMA’s safe working guidance to support and enable practices to prioritise their delivery of safe, high-quality patient care, within the regulatory and professional expectations of the Primary Medical Services (GMS/PMS) Contract.
