Most GP practices now have a Patient Participation Group (PPG) or are in the process of setting one up. From 1 April 2015, it is a requirement in the GP Contract for all practices to have a PPG.
Non-urgent advice:
The funding associated with an Enhanced Service for patient participation ends and this will be part of the main contract.
The role of the PPG
- Being a critical friend to the practice.
- Advising the practice on the patient perspective and providing insight into the responsiveness and quality of services.
- Encouraging patients to take greater responsibility for their own and their family’s health.
- Carrying out research into the views of those who use the practice.
- Organising health promotion events and improving health literacy.
- Regular communication with the patient population.
Would you like to join our PPG?
If you would like to join our practice PPG please complete our Patient Participation Group Registration form via the button below.
PPG Registration Form