Warning! It’s now time to reset the answerphone message from “I’m out of the office indefinitely” to a more welcoming and possibly more professional version. Why? Well, the CQC is coming to a telephone near you! No need for mass hysteria, but the brow does become slightly wrinkled when we ponder what our colleagues at…

A new analysis of practice records has confirmed concerns that Covid-19 virus flourishes in areas of dense population. The research, published by The Lancet, also points to high prevalence in ethnic minority communities, independently of population density. Researchers analysed practice data of 3,802 people tested for the virus of which 587 had positive results. There…

Over the past weeks there have been many coronavirus-related questions on Practice Index’s HR and Employment forum. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions. In some cases, we advise that you seek advice from a HR or employment law professional before taking action; PLUS members can email the HR Advice Line [PLUS] too.…

Tributes have been paid to two GPs, the latest doctors reported to have lost their lives to the Covid-19 virus. The deaths came as Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that 144 NHS staff and 131 care workers have been reported as dying from virus-related illness, expressing his condolences to their families and paying tribute to…

Some GPs in Northern Ireland are unable to carry out remote patient consultations because of a lack of access to basic IT hardware and software, according to a survey. The technology survey released by the Royal College of GPs in Northern Ireland, with just over 100 respondents, found that about 40% of GPs said they…

A training programme that teaches primary care teams how to identify domestic violence and abuse victims has led to a 30-fold increase in referrals, according to a new analysis. The findings from the landmark study demonstrates that IRIS (Identification and Referral to Improve Safety) training and support programme for primary care teams should be rolled…

In the first module of the HR masterclass, Robyn Jackson takes you through the recruitment process. This is the first stage in the employee life cycle, and top-quality recruitment is vital not just for ensuring you get the best possible candidates for your roles, but also for promoting your practice as an employer of choice.…