THC Primary Care

Article Excerpt Most GP practices produce financial information, but far fewer produce reports that genuinely support decision making. This article explains the four simple financial reports every practice should use to improve financial management, strengthen leadership and make better business decisions.

Neighbourhood Contract Consultation: NHS England's MNP and SNP proposals raise important questions beyond the consultation itself. Explore what ARRS funding protection really means, the impact of Enhanced Access, why PCN footprints matter, and the capability challenges facing neighbourhood providers.

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 eight NHS England publications from July 2026 for PCN leaders, from patient list validation to winter planning, and what each one means for your network.

NHS England is consulting on new neighbourhood contract models (MNP and SNP) for primary care, with responses due by 10 September 2026. This plain-English guide breaks down the four routes, the two contracts underneath them, the pros and cons of each, and the four consultation questions PCNs need to answer so your neighbourhood can agree on one coordinated response together.