The Business of Primary Care Networks
Over 250 blogs to support the leadership and management of primary care networks 

Most GP practices measure finance, patient satisfaction and performance, but very few measure the overall strength of their business. This article explains why business strength matters, the seven areas that influence long term success, and how measuring them can improve planning, decision making and continual improvement.

The Advice and Guidance Enhanced Service ended on 1 April 2026. There is no sign up and no £20 per request fee. Using Advice and Guidance is now a core contract requirement, with the funding folded into the global sum and delivery moving onto e-RS during the year. This is what changed, what to expect from secondary care, and what your practice and PCN should do now. If you want it shorter for a tighter card (around 30 words): From April 2026 the Advice and Guidance Enhanced S