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NHS Online Trust What It Means for Locum Doctors

By Work Healthcare in Secondary Care June 26th 2026

The Online NHS Trust launched on 1 June 2026 the UK's first digital-only hospital. Here's what it means for doctors working flexibly in secondary care.

Will the NHS Cover the Wegovy Pill? What GPs and Patients Need to Know

By Work Healthcare in Primary Care June 19th 2026

Wegovy pill UK: MHRA-approved but not yet on the NHS. Discover what the first oral GLP-1 weight loss tablet means for patients, GPs, and primary care services across the UK

The 10 Best Perks of Being a Locum GP in the UK

By Work Healthcare in Primary Care June 12th 2026

Thinking about making the switch to locum GP work? You're not alone. According to NHS Digital, more than 1 in 4 GPs in England now work in a non-permanent capacity, and that figure has risen steadily over the past five years. The reasons vary flexibility, burnout from partnership pressures, life stage transitions but the appeal of locum work is consistent.

UK GP Career Types Explained. Why Salaried GPs Offer the Best Work-Life Balance & Job Security (UK, Canada & Australia Comparison)

By Work Healthcare in Primary Care June 12th 2026

Choosing the right GP career path can have a significant impact on your work-life balance, earnings and long-term career satisfaction. In this guide, we compare salaried GP, GP partner and locum GP roles across the UK, Canada and Australia, exploring differences in pay, flexibility, job security and career progression. Whether you're newly qualified or considering your next move in primary care, discover which path best aligns with your professional goals and lifestyle priorities.

Adult Social Care Right Now: Workforce Pressure, Recruitment Challenges and What Employers Need to Know

By Work Healthcare in Social Care June 5th 2026

Adult social care is one of the foundations of the UK's health and care system, providing essential support to millions of people every day. From residential care homes and supported living services to home care providers and community-based care, the sector plays a critical role in helping people live safely, independently and with dignity.

NHS Online 2027 How to Update Your CV for Virtual GP Jobs

By Work Healthcare in Career Advice March 25th 2026

NHS Online launches in 2027 as a virtual hospital, connecting patients across England to clinicians via the NHS App for triage, remote consultations, and diagnostics all without physical wards.

NHS Dental Contract Changes April 2026 UK Practice Guide

By Work Healthcare in Dentistry March 13th 2026

The April 2026 NHS dental contract reforms target the UK's ongoing NHS dental access crisis, introducing fixed payments for high needs care packages, boosted urgent dental care fees, and prevention delegation to nurses all while keeping the UDA system.

GP Contract Explained £292m Reimbursement Scheme and How Practices Can Use It to Boost Recruitment Now

By Work Healthcare in Primary Care March 6th 2026

As of late February 2026, NHS England has unveiled key changes to the GP Contract for 2026/27, including a game changing £292m reimbursement scheme to help practices hire more GPs or fund extra sessions directly. This shift from PCN-level funding to practice-specific support addresses soaring demand and workforce shortages, making it easier for UK practices to compete for talent. Building on our recent GP salary trends analysis, this guide breaks down the updates and actionable steps to leverage them.