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Welsh regulator highlights the cost of excess demand for rural GP services

Excess demand for rural GP services is affecting staff morale and consistency of service delivery, the Welsh regulator has said in its latest annual report. The annual report for 2025-2026 from Healthcare Inspectorate Wales concludes that

September 24th 2026

Improving GP staff wellbeing support

Support for general practice staff in England, including in dispensing practices, varies widely, and it is not clear where the responsibility for wellbeing services lies, a new study has concluded. Workplace wellbeing for the general practice workfo

August 27th 2026

Hear about the important changes to employment legislation from July

July 2026 is an important date in the roll out of the Employment Rights Act 2025. From July 1, employers must put protective measures in place to defend themselves against enhanced unfair dismissal claims from employees that come into effect fr

July 3rd 2026

February 9th 2026

Employers urged to consult on flexible working requests

Employers are encouraged to respond to a Government consultation on flexible working requests. The consultation introduces a new process for employers to follow or potentially face fines of up to £5,750 Workers currently have a day one right

November 27th 2025

NMW to rise to £12.71 from April 2026

GP employers should plan for increases in the National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW) from April 2026, after Low Pay Commission recommendations were accepted and announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in the November 2026 Budget. T

October 23rd 2025

Government consults on pregnancy and new mother employment law reforms

Businesses and workers are being consulted on employment reforms, including bereavement leave and enhanced dismissal protections for pregnant women and new mothers. Out for consultation is new legislation which will make it unlawful to dismiss pregn