Employment/Contracts/HR

BMA Model Contract for Salaried General Practitioners

Dr Julius Parker wrote to colleagues on the 18th of December 2024 to clarify the contractual position in relation to the use of the BMA Model Contract when employing Salaried General Practitioners, following a number of queries the Office has received. The LMC cannot provide formal HR Advice...

Changes in Salaried GP Maternity Leave Entitlement

Written: 24 February 2025 I am writing to all colleagues to advise on a change to the recommended maternity leave policy within the BMA Model Contract, applicable to GMS/PMS practices employing general practitioner colleagues. This extends the number of weeks for which half maternity pay can...

GP Contract Agreement 2021 - 22

GP Contract Agreement 2021 - 22 Annex A - New QOF Indicators for 2021 - 22 Annex B Expanding the ARRS - new roled requirements Multi professional framework for advanced clinical practice in England

GPs in the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) - Challenges and Considerations

The employment of GPs under the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) continues to be a topic of considerable discussion among GPs and Primary Care Networks (PCNs) across England. There are ongoing concerns about the implications of this scheme, particularly with the structure and pay...

GPs in the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) - Challenges and Considerations

The employment of GPs under the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS) continues to be a topic of considerable discussion among GPs and Primary Care Networks (PCNs) across England. There are ongoing concerns about the implications of this scheme, particularly with the structure and pay...

NHS England letter to General Practice regarding the 2024/25 GP ARRS Funding

Written: 20 January 2025 I am writing to all colleagues regarding the letter sent by NHS England to remind all PCNs about their 2024/25 GP in ARRS funding. Colleagues will recall that from October 2024, the ARRS was amended and additional funding provided to allow the recruitment of GPs under...