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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.

Why Demand for Healthcare, Dentistry and Social Care Professionals Continues to Grow

By Work Healthcare in Career Advice May 29th 2026

Healthcare recruitment remains one of the fastest-growing sectors globally. Across the UK, Australia, and Canada, employers are actively seeking skilled professionals to fill vacancies in hospitals, GP surgeries, dental practices, care homes, community healthcare services, and private healthcare organisations.

NHS Modernisation Bill What It Means for Healthcare Recruitment and NHS Jobs

By Work Healthcare in Career Advice May 15th 2026

The proposed NHS Modernisation Bill is becoming one of the most talked-about developments across the UK healthcare sector. For NHS professionals, healthcare recruiters, and employers advertising clinical vacancies, the bill could reshape how services are delivered, funded, digitised, and staffed over the coming years.

Same Day GP Access How Urgent Access Is Changing GP Jobs

By Work Healthcare in Primary Care May 14th 2026

The latest GP contract places same day access at the centre of primary care delivery. With a £485 million funding uplift linked to improving patient access, GP practices across England are reworking triage systems to respond faster, support patient demand, and improve care pathways.

Understanding Resident Doctors' Salaries in the UK

By Work Healthcare in Secondary Care May 6th 2026

Embarking on a medical career in the United Kingdom is a journey marked by immense dedication, long hours of study, and a profound commitment to patient care. However, once you step out of medical school and onto the hospital wards, a new reality sets in: navigating your finances.

GP Reimbursement Shift AISMA Insights Unveiled

By Work Healthcare in Primary Care May 1st 2026

AISMA board adviser Andy Pow has warned that GP reimbursement is now set to be linked solely to employing additional salaried GP sessions, which means that extra work performed by partners or locum GPs may not be covered under the new scheme.