Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 84000
General Practitioners
Tabled: 21 October 2025
Answered: 10 November 2025
Question
Helen Maguire
Liberal Democrat — Epsom and Ewell
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, if he will take steps to ensure that people can see a GP within (a) seven days and (b) within 24 hours if it is urgent.
Answer
Stephen KinnockWe are committed to ensuring that patients can access digital consultations within 24 hours, recognising the significance of timely care for all.Under the current GP Contract, practices are required to ensure that anyone needing an appointment at a genera...
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