RCGP Scotland call for 11% of NHS funding to tackle health inequalities in communities

RCGP Scotland has called for 11% of Scottish NHS funding to be allocated to general practice to help tackle health inequalities, improve GP recruitment into areas of deprivation which traditionally struggle to attract GPs, and reduce pressure on vital hospital services. The new report, From the Frontline, draws on feedback from GPs across Scotland and their thoughts and experiences within the profession and has identified six key calls: Provide time to care. GPs must be given the time they need to care for their patients. 10-minute appointments do not work for an increasing number of patients or GPs. Minimum 15-minute appointments as standard would