BY ME @TheHouseMag @politicshome "Don't blame the #bats, @UKLabour – you're not just damaging #nature but your own poll rating too" #PlanningAndInfrastructureBill #PIB politicshome.com/opinion/art…

Standing up for general practice bjgp.org/content/75/750/4 via @michael_mul1 et al

"We've listened and we've been persuaded." We welcome @ScotGovFM's acceptance of our long-standing call for a greater proportion of new NHS funding to go to primary and community care to give GPs the resources they need.

Starting shortly @rcgp SIG Chair and Advocate Programme Workshop #UrgentCare #TeamGP Lovely to meet GP colleagues from across the country with different specialist interests.

Standing up for general practice. @rcgp new definition of a" doctor who is a consultant in general practice" provides a benchmark for new roles, celebration of visible stature and a springboard for change. @michael_mul1 @BJGPjournal bjgp.org/content/75/750/4

📢A few spaces have opened up for our Dinner but full capacity for the meeting. Get in touch to book for the dinner, registration closes Thursday 5 December at 18.00hrs. Email : roi@rcgp.org.uk

📢 This month’s CPD highlights offer something for you (both clinically and professionally), as well as for your practice in light of Armistice Day and World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week. Take a look at what’s new ⬇️ ➡️ Repeat Prescribing Toolkit Millions of our patients receive their medicines through repeat prescriptions. However, we know patient safety concerns exist due to overprescribing. In collaboration with the @RPS , our Honorary Secretary @michael_mul1 has developed a valuable resource to help keep our patients safe and actively involved in managing their medication. rpharms.com/resources/repeat… ➡️ TARGET Antibiotics toolkit World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week is coming! Stay informed on the latest evidence, research and guidance on antibiotic use to ensure the management of common infections is evidence-based, systematic, and continuous. Join a free upcoming webinar and explore resources in the TARGET Antibiotics toolkit hub to improve your awareness and understanding of AMR. @UKHSA @TARGETabx elearning.rcgp.org.uk/course… ➡️ GP+ Careers Are you curious about diversifying your GP career? Gain insights and inspiration to enrich and broaden your professional journey. Tune in to the new podcast series with @sophie_lumley for real-life stories from fascinating GPs who have taken the leap and added to their professional portfolio as well as practical tips on how to take the plunge and start the process. rcgp.org.uk/your-career/dive… ➡️ Veteran Friendly practice accreditation As Remembrance Day draws closer, take a moment to consider the support you and your practice offer veterans, and how you can demonstrate your commitment to improving health outcomes for this patient group. Become a Veteran-Friendly accredited practice and access free support and resources to ensure that no veteran is left behind. elearning.rcgp.org.uk/course… #RCGPLearning #RepeatPrescribing #WAAW #KeepAntibioticsWorking #GPCareers #VeteranFriendlyGP

RCGP Chair, Kamila Hawthorne: "It's disappointing to read these comments, and we are pleased NHS England has distanced itself from them. As the recent Darzi review found, the partnership model provides extremely good value for money for the NHS – as well as supporting innovation in the best interests of patients."

This week, 40 politicians wrote to the Chancellor, reiterating the College's call for "urgent assurances that GP practices will be given the same protection as the rest of the NHS and public sector, and receive the necessary funding to cover these additional costs." Many GP practices are already struggling to keep their doors open and make ends meet due to historic chronic underfunding. We will continue to raise our serious concerns regarding the impact this increase may have on practices, and ultimately patient care.

It was great to see that @NICE in Menopause Guideline (NG23) have listened to the consultation responses including from @rcgp Clinical Policy and confirmed that HRT should be offered as FIRST line therapy to women experiencing perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms. @Dochayter

Today, on Remembrance Day, @rcgp and @NHSEngland are encouraging GP practices to become Veteran-friendly accredited ensuring that practices are equipped to provide the best possible care for Veterans, helping them feel understood and supported Visit➡️elearning.rcgp.org.uk/course…

"Congratulations to all our new Members & Fellows in celebrating in Belfast today. Joining @RCGP means being part of a supportive community that champions your growth and excellence in general practice." #RCGP #ProfessionalHome #TeamGP

Congratulations to all our new members and Fellows' celebrating today in Belfast. 🎉 We are so proud to be called your professional home! Well done! #TeamGP

It’s entirely possible to issue med3 sick notes from hospital As this patient’s consultant, I have a better idea about the period of sick leave needed versus their GP

Thank you to those involved in developing the Repeat Prescribing Toolkit, published today by @rpharms & @rcgp. Commissioned by NHS England, this important resource aims to help improve the safety & efficiency of repeat prescribing systems: rpharms.com/about-us/news/de… @TonyAvery1

Discover how our Repeat Prescribing Toolkit is transforming patient safety and tackling overprescribing. Clare Thomson, RPS CPhO’s Clinical Fellow 2023/24, shares insights on the toolkit’s development and its impact on patient care: bit.ly/3U33zHI #PatientSafety

A huge thank you to everyone who helped us develop this toolkit and get it to publication. Incredible contribution from the working group including wonderful patients in supporting this @rcgp @rpharms repeat prescribing toolkit. rpharms.com/rptoolkit

The excellent Repeat Prescribing Toolkit from @rpharms and @rcgp showcased at #RCGPAC24 today; will be launched soon by @rpharms helping general practices, community pharmacies to improve safety and efficiency of repeat prescribing @clarehm123 @davidwebb_1 @STEVECHEMIST

RCGP launches new safeguarding standards for general practice - @safeguardingGP and @michael_mul1 explain what the changes mean for GPs and their teams gponline.com/rcgp-launches-n… #GPnews #RCGPAC #RCGPAC24

Should the @rcgp move from opposition to neutrality or support for Assisted Dying? Deeply sensitive and thoughtful conversation on potential changes to the law and complexity for GPs #RCGPAC @RCGPAC @michael_mul1