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Free membership scheme launches in Devon, Oxfordshire and Berkshire

26th February 2021 by NASGP

Free membership scheme launches in Devon, Oxfordshire and Berkshire

GP locums working in Devon and Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire will be able to access free NAGSP membership worth up to £31/month and make free Instant Book bookings worth up to £15/session this spring and summer. 

New NASGP partnerships in the South and South-West have accessed funding to support GP recruitment and retention, making it easier for both GP locums and GP practices to book work using the NASGP’s system. The offers also cover chambers fees.

In Devon, the NASGP is offering free membership until 31 July, including use of our booking system, for all GP locums who work in Devon. 

In Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, the NASGP is offering free membership until 31 October. 

GPs who want to take up the offer can be resident anywhere, as long as they book work with participating practices in the county. 

Dr Richard Fieldhouse, chair of the NASGP, writes: “GP workforce planning traditionally focuses on salaried GPs and partnerships, with very little attention paid to the importance of also maintaining a flexible GP locum workforce to support practices. 

“At a time when overall GP numbers are known to be some 5,000 short across the UK, it is refreshing to work with NHS organisations who  value GP locums as a vital part of the workforce. 

“By enabling local GPs and practices to have unfettered access to NASGP resources, we provide the simplest way for practices to link in with local locums, as well as creating greater access to salaried and partnership opportunities.”

Access this offer in Devon, Berkshire, Oxfordshire or Buckinghamshire, or contact your PCO to ask for a scheme in your area 

"I was introduced to the local locum chambers several months ago when I made a career move from partnership. I now combine salaried and locum roles. The chambers provides helpful support, leadership, advice and governance and reduces professional isolation. This combination of support reassures me and helps me provide safe and consistent care to patients within the community . There is a useful, innovative online portal - LocumDeck - which helps me access local work and which has efficient systems for reconciliation of finance including pensions. I would highly recommend joining a locum chambers for any GPs starting out in the locum world ."

Dr Adrian Richardson, GP

Dr Adrian Richardson, GP

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