The healthcare sector in the UK, particularly general practitioner (GP) practices, is facing significant challenges amid continued workforce shortages and staff retention issues. GP partners will need to adapt their strategies in order to overcome the difficulties that arose, particularly since the COVID pandemic. Within this article, Croner will delve into the current landscape, explore the root causes of these challenges, and discuss potential strategies to address them.

Croner have created some case studies based on real calls received from our members. All personal details have been removed to retain anonymity. If the following examples sound like a situation you are facing, do not hesitate to contact Croner for support on 0844 561 8133.

The National Induction programme has been designed to ensure that all international medical graduates (IMGs) recruited to the NHS are welcomed, valued, and supported as they transition to UK clinical practice.

The NHS stands for the National Health Service. It refers to the Government-funded medical and health care services that everyone living in the UK can use without being asked to pay the full cost of the service. In the following article, Dr Emma Green provides an overview of the structure that can appear complex and highlights some of the other organisations involved and acronyms you may come across.

Financial advice for doctors on setting up an Individual Savings Account (ISA).

Doctors with investments may receive dividends. This may have implications for their tax bill.

Investing can be intimidating but is important if you want to make the most of your money. Here are some pointers for doctors.

How doctors can protect their income during periods of ill health or injury.

What does the McCloud remedy mean for doctors worried about their NHS pensions?

Doctors who have to move in order to advance their training may be able to claim up to £10,000 in relocation expenses.

Child benefit and the government’s tax-free childcare scheme can make a significant contribution to a doctor’s childcare costs. So how do you sign up and how much cash can you claim?

Doctors are eligible for a wealth of discounts and perks available for NHS employee. Here’s a guide to just a few.

Everybody’s feeling the squeeze of the cost of living crisis. So how can doctors put their family finances on a firmer footing?

By taking stock of income and expenses, doctors can improve their wellbeing, strengthen their relationship with money and safeguard their financial future.

Useful financial advice on how doctors can manage their debts.

The PAYE system is complicated and HMRC often places doctors on the wrong tax code. How can you avoid paying more tax than you should?

Doctors are advised to keep an eye on their marginal rate of tax, to avoid incurring unexpected costs

A doctor’s guide to national insurance payments

Many doctors use limited companies to trade either as a private consultant, a locum GP or to provide a range of other medical services. What are the benefits?

All UK doctors will be employed in the NHS at some point in their lives, but there are opportunities to be self-employed. What are the pros and cons of working for yourself?

Doctors can save cash by making sure they claim tax rebates and tax-deductible allowances

How doctors can protect their income during periods of ill health or injury.