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Implications of the Health and Care Bill for general practice
The new Health and Care Bill sets out how the government plans to reform health services in England. Alison Oliver looks as what it will mean in primary care
Five key steps when selling a private practice
Whether you’re looking to retire or planning your next venture, it is essential you make the necessary preparations before you start the process of selling a private practice. Kirsty Odell sets out some of the key stages to any transaction which will keep you on the right track for a smooth transition.
Social Care Newsbrief autumn 2021
Read the autumn 2021 Social Care Newsbrief.
Considerations when taking on a new GP partner
Justin Cumberlege, a partner in the healthcare law firm Hempsons, highlights some considerations when taking on a new GP partner.
Taking over a failing practice
Kirsty Odell, an associate in our GP team, sets out some of the key stages in taking over a failing GP practice
Newsflash: Funding options available for surgery improvements
If you have identified a need to invest in your surgery premises, whether it be for general improvements, extension plans to accommodate a growing local community or a move into newly built fit-for-purpose premises, the next step is to weigh up the potential funding options available to you.
Mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for staff – what do we know and what is to come?
We now have new legislation requiring care home staff to be vaccinated and there’s a consultation due on mandatory vaccination in the wider NHS and social care sector.
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace consultation: the government’s response
The government has released its response to the consultation on Sexual Harassment in the Workplace, promising to further protections to employees who are victims of sexual harassment, whilst giving employers support to put measures in place to respond to the needs of their organisation, and provide explicit protections from third-party harassment.
So you want to buy a practice?
Kirsty Odell sets out some of the key stages to buying or selling a practice, which will keep you on the right track for a smooth transition from buyer to practice owner.
New approach to CQC inspection
The Covid 19 pandemic has seen the way many services operate change, with many face to face services going on-line and digital in a way never seen before. One of those changes is seen with the new CQC approach to inspection.
What is your liability for repairs?
What type of surgery lease do you have and what is the extent of your repair liability? You need to know, or you could end up with a bill of destabilising proportions.
Make your merger magic – not manic
The last 12 months has seen practices working much more closely together to respond to the pandemic and to deliver the network contract DES in PCNs. Many practices, having seen the benefits of closer working, are now considering merging. In this article, Alison Oliver outlines some of the key issues to consider if you are thinking about merging with one or more other practices.
Staff problems after lockdown
Doctor employers face ongoing staff management challenges as lockdown restrictions ease. Lucy Miles and Isobel Davis highlight some areas needing consideration.
You’re all in it together
A Declaration of Trust is a useful tool for independent practitioners to protect valuable property investments and exposure to unforeseen liabilities.