Londonwide LMCs June 2025 newsletter
Covering: new CEO, workforce survey last chance, LMC elections, spotlight on patient engagement, UK LMC Conference motions and more.
Londonwide LMCs is the clinically led independent voice of general practice in the Capital
Londonwide Local Medical Committees is the professional voice of London general practice. Providing specialist advice and guidance on a wide range of local and pan-London issues, our focus is helping practices to secure their future. In today's challenging health and social care environment we undertake this crucial role with passion, pride and professionalism.
Latest news
Media comment: Comprehensive Spending Review investment would deliver most in general practice
Our CEO calls for the Government to prioritise general practice and preventative care, which offers the best value for money.
Spotlight: GP Direct – commended for their patient group’s work at the London General Practice Awards
The GP Direct team talk about their dedication to community engagement, which earned them recognition at our awards event in February.
Featured guidance and resources
The guidance section holds relevant information on a wide range of subjects related to general practice.
Safe care in your practice webinar
Learn how to safely manage workload for the benefit of patients, yourself and your practice team, while working within the requirements of your contract.
Safe working pack
Your quick reference guide to useful resources to help manage your workload and avoid unsafe situations for both practitioners and patients.
Abuse and violent patient guide
This supports practices in developing risk mitigation measures, responding to incidents and taking the appropriate steps following an incident.
Your local LMC
LMCs are made up of practicing GPs and practice staff elected by local GPs and are bodies recognised in statute that represent the interests of all local GPs and their teams. Londonwide LMCs is the overarching organisation that represents 27 boroughs across the capital. We provide LMCs with support and guidance on pan-London and local issues, via our primary care, communications, resources and GP support directorates.
Upcoming events and training
Group Coaching Circle 2
- Time 12:00 - 13:00
- Location Zoom
- Role(s) GP, Practice manager, Health care support worker
This course will help to build confidence, provide emotional support, offer practical strategies and personal development tools to ensure a smooth and successful return to work.
General Practice Management Training Programme
- Time 9:00 - 17:00
- Location 3 taught days delivered via Zoom, 11 online units, practice-based reflective diary and 3,000 word written assignment.
- Role(s) Practice manager
This course covers people management, finances, regulation and compliance, clinical governance, premises and other aspects of managing a practice.