GP pathfinders

The first GP commissioning consortia which showed interest in trialing their new commissioning roles. GP pathfinders will test concepts, themes and functions at an early stage, before GP consortia replace the Primary Care Trusts (PCTs) for such tasks.

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GP pathfinders will also be supported by the National Clinical Commissioning Network, the National Leadership Council and national primary care bodies.

Update on Clinical Commissioning

"We now have five GP pathfinders in the North East and are working with many others who are keen to form partnerships and come together in consortia.

"We are wholly committed to supporting both GPs and primary care trusts during this important transition period and making sure GPs feel fully prepared to take on this important commissioning role." GP pathfinders will also be supported by the National Clinical Commissioning Network, the National Leadership Council and national primary care bodies.

New Health and Social Care Bill puts patients in the picture; THE Government has taken the first step towards a radical shake-up of the NHS by publishing its Health and Social Care Bill. Health Reporter HELEN RAE takes a look at the proposals aimed at giving patients more control over their care

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