The measures are included in proposed changes to the GP contract in England - the government says it will add an extra 889m to the existing budget. The doctors' union, the BMA, which will now consult its members on the proposals, says GP practices have been worried about finances but this could provide 'an important lifeline'. Under this new contract, the government wants to reduce the number of targets that GPs have to meet and allow greater flexibility for surgeries to employ healthcare staff.
Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting called on GPs to end their collective action, work with government and 'get the NHS back on its feet'. He said: 'It is clear the system is broken, which is why we are slashing red tape, binning outdated performance targets, and instead freeing doctors up to do their jobs.' This initiative aims to ensure patients with complex needs see the same staff at appointments and improve patient access.
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