FAQs
Does Online Booking Mean Patients Will Always Get an Appointment Faster?
Overview The 2025/26 GP contract requires practices to offer online appointment requests throughout core hours, improving access for many patients. However, there’s a common misconception that online booking guarantees a faster appointment. This ...
Can I Always See the Same GP? Debunking Myths About Continuity of Care
Overview The 2025/26 GP contract places a stronger emphasis on continuity of care, but many patients still have misconceptions about what this means. This guide debunks common myths and explains how continuity is prioritised while balancing access to ...
Are GPs Expected to Do More Work Under the 2025/26 Contract?
Overview The 2025/26 GP contract aims to reduce bureaucracy and increase funding, but some clinicians are concerned it may actually increase workload. This guide explores whether the contract changes create additional work for GPs or improve ...
Are There Penalties for Not Meeting Digital Access Requirements?
Overview The 2025/26 GP contract introduces mandatory digital access requirements, including online appointment requests throughout working hours. While there are no direct financial penalties, failure to comply could lead to funding risks, patient ...
Will QOF Changes Impact My Practice’s Financial Stability?
Overview The 2025/26 QOF contract brings significant changes to indicators, thresholds, and funding allocations. Practices that do not adjust their approach may see financial losses, while those who optimise workflows stand to increase income. Key ...
What Happens if My Practice Misses the Online Booking Deadline?
Overview From October 2025, all GP practices must offer online appointment requests throughout core hours as part of the 2025/26 GP contract. Practices that fail to comply could face funding risks and operational challenges. Key Requirements for ...
FAQs & Myth-Busting: What Every GP Team Needs to Know About the 2025/26 GP Contract
Overview With significant changes introduced in the 2025/26 GP contract, there’s a lot of speculation and uncertainty about what these updates really mean for practices. This guide tackles some of the most frequently asked questions, debunks common ...
Does the 2025/26 Contract Really Reduce GP Workload?
Overview One of the key selling points of the 2025/26 GP contract is a reduction in bureaucracy and administrative workload. However, practices may wonder whether these changes will truly ease pressure or simply shift workload elsewhere. This guide ...
FAQs: Understanding the 2025/26 GP Contract Changes
Overview With the 2025/26 GP contract introducing significant changes, many GP practices have common concerns and misconceptions. This FAQ guide aims to clarify key updates, financial implications, and compliance requirements to help practices adapt ...