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What to focus on in Q4 2025/26 | The guide for primary care network leaders
Practical Q4 guidance for Primary Care Network leaders. Covers CAIP claims, IIF targets, ARRS spend, Enhanced Access compliance, and 26/27 vaccination changes.
Jan 121 min read


Career Progression Options for Primary Care Network Managers
If you're a PCN Manager considering your next career move, there are numerous pathways to explore. Here are the key options and strategies for developing your career
Oct 10, 20255 min read


The New PCN Management Competency Framework
While pharmacists, social prescribers, and care coordinators have established frameworks, PCN Managers have navigated complex responsibilities without a clear roadmap. Until now.
Aug 26, 20253 min read


NHS Commissioning Education Guide: Theory to Practice
As strategic commissioning gathers pace and opportunities for primary care leaders to influence more collaborative working arrangements with ICBs expand, understanding the commissioning landscape has never been more critical.
Aug 12, 20252 min read


Closing Out the End of Year for PCN Managers
As a PCN Manager, the end of the financial year is a crucial time to get things in order and set the stage for a seamless transition into the new year.
Apr 29, 20254 min read


The March Primary Care Network Update and a Round-Up Of The Latest NHS Guidance
Get the latest changes affecting Primary Care Networks in this March update.
Mar 24, 20253 min read


The NHS Green Plan | What PCN Leaders Need to Know
This blog summarises the NHS Green Plan 2025 and provides 10 examples of changes you can make at the practice and PCN level.
Mar 20, 20254 min read


What to do when your primary care network does not agree
This week's blog is specifically for any of you who may be experiencing conflict within your primary care network
Mar 20, 20253 min read


Primary Care Network Governance: Back to Basics.
In this article we encourage Primary Care Network leaders to consider their governance position and offer tips on getting back on track.
Mar 17, 20255 min read


NHS England Abolished | Was this the recommendation from the Darzi Report?
Keir Starmer announced NHS England's abolition to reduce bureaucracy, with ICBs cutting 50% of staff. Was this from the Darzi Report?
Mar 13, 20252 min read


The Cogora GP Workforce Report: The Headlines, ARRS Impact and Recommendations for the Future
The focus of this blog is the recently published Cogora General Practice Workforce White Paper.
Jan 28, 20255 min read


What to focus on in Q4 in 24/25 | A guide for Primary Care Network Leaders
What to focus on in Q4 in 24/25 | A guide for Primary Care Network Leaders
Jan 3, 20255 min read


What is an Integrated Neighbourhood Team, and where do we start?
One of our websites' most frequently searched questions is what is an Integrated Neighbourhood Team?
Dec 6, 20248 min read


The Role of the Primary Care Network (PCN) Manager in 2024
The purpose of this blog is to provide further insight into the primary care network manager role and commonly asked questions.
Nov 17, 20248 min read


8 key finance questions every Primary Care Network Manager and Clinical Director should know in 2024
Finance Questions every Primary Care Network Manager & Clinical Director should know in 2024
Oct 28, 20245 min read


Getting Started with Your PCN Management Audit
I am all about the fundamentals as a Primary Care Network leader and CEO.It's all about making sure we have a solid foundation to work from.
Aug 12, 20243 min read


The Latest Primary Care Network Guidance Documents Updated in August 2024
To support you in having the latest Primary Care Network documents and links close to hand, we have compiled these into one central resource
Aug 6, 20244 min read


How to approach Primary Care Network pay rises in 2024 and beyond
This is a guide for primary care network leaders on how to approach pay rises in 2024 and beyond.
Aug 5, 20247 min read


The 24/25 GP Contract - What this means for Primary Care Networks moving forward
The 24/25 GP Contract - What this means for Primary Care Networks moving forward
Apr 6, 20246 min read


What is a Primary Care Network? (2024)
In this blog, we break down the core components of a primary care network.
Apr 1, 20244 min read
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