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.

This two and a half hour eLearning course is divided into nine modules of interactive content. It features interviews with leading experts working with the Mental Capacity Act.

MPS responds to the Scottish Government consultation on the the inflation index for the calculation of the PIDR and the methodology for calculating the judicial rate of interest.

MPS responds to the Northern Ireland Department of Justice's consultation on the PIDR.

The Code of Practice for medical defence organisations was launched one year ago. Our team reflects on its impact over the last 12 months.

Read the new underwriting position that’s been introduced due to the increasing adoption of AI.

Communication with patients and colleagues is not just about exchanging information, it is about building trust, and fostering partnerships. This article explores the benefits of effective communication with patients and colleagues, the challenges of both, and how to overcome them and we provide some advice on maintaining personal and professional boundaries.

As we celebrate SAS Week, Dr Karen Ellison, a former SAS doctor and Medicolegal Consultant at Medical Protection, examines how the SAS Six can help deliver the NHS 10-year plan’s commitment to investing in and supporting this vital group of doctors.

As a doctor you are surrounded by systems, processes, governance, and colleagues who can provide support when something goes wrong. What about when you face an issue or concern in private practice?

Dr Sarah Townley, deputy medical director at Medical Protection discusses the common medicolegal risks with cosmetic medicine.

Read this resource to: understand the claims environment in psychiatry: Insights and lessons learned receive tailored advice and key recommendations to help you reduce risks in the future

In response to recent member queries, we would like to provide further clarification regarding our position on circumcision procedures and related indemnity.

This guide focuses on anaesthesia-related medicolegal cases. It looks at claims and causes, including COVID-19's impact, common themes, and risk management for UK-based anaesthetists.