Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 40089
General Practitioners: Internet
Tabled: 20 March 2025
Answered: 26 March 2025
Named DayQuestion
Vikki Slade
Liberal Democrat — Mid Dorset and North Poole
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department plans to take to help retain alternatives to digital booking systems for GP appointments for those that cannot access online systems.
Answer
Stephen KinnockWe understand that not all patients can or want to use online services. The GP Contract is clear that patients should always have the option of telephoning or visiting their practice in person, and all online tools must always be provided in addition to, ...
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