Primary Healthcare Working Group

A lack of access to primary healthcare is one of the biggest challenges people face. Millions of people wait weeks for a GP appointment, and seeing an NHS dentist can be almost impossible. This is bad for patients and bad for the NHS, increasing the pressure on ambulances and A&E as more people end up in hospital who shouldn’t have to be there. If we get it right, a well-functioning primary care system could help unlock a healthier life for us all, and a better and more effective NHS.

A new policy working group will develop our plan to tackle this crisis – improving early access to GP services, community pharmacies and dentists so everyone can get the healthcare they need, when and where they need it. Please note the deadline for applications is 21 April.