Morgannwg LMC

You may have seen a recent BMA email reminding members that ~10% of practices operating without a valid lease, and that a further 20% of leases are expiring within the next five years across all health boards. Many practices are likely unaware their lease has expired or is close to expiry and there are some key risks for practices without a lease: No protection if landlord serves notice (Section 25 or Section 50) Liability can fall on retired/former partners still named on the lease...

On 16/9/26 SBUHB Primary Care Team have released the following statement regarding funding arrangements for patients who require escalation to the community wound care clinics and are affected by the waiting times to access these clinics which can be used as evidence for PPV claims: "Dear Colleague The LMC has raised ongoing concerns regarding waiting times for review and handover to Community Wound Care Clinics, and the potential implications for continuation of payment and possible PPV...

These standards have been designed to improve the safety and quality of patient care in NHS Wales and ensure that our patients have the best possible experience as they navigate their pathways. It is a consensus document that has been co-produced with Primary and Secondary Care Clinicians and endorsed by the All Wales Medical Directors. They apply to all NHS Wales clinicians communicating clinical information between General Practice and Health board run services. They also apply to...