A new 'three strikes' rule, named Jess's Rule, is being introduced at GP surgeries across England. It mandates a clinical review if a patient has no diagnosis after three appointments, aiming to catch serious illnesses like cancer earlier.
Patients across the Midlands are asked to rate their local GP practices in the 2026 survey. See which surgeries topped last year's list with ratings up to 98%.
The annual GP Patient Survey for 2026 is now open. We reveal the ten West Midlands surgeries with the lowest patient ratings from 2025. Share your views to shape local healthcare.
New NHS survey data reveals the Birmingham GP practices patients find most difficult to contact by phone and online. See the full list of the top 10.
New GP Patient Survey data exposes the Birmingham surgeries with the highest 'very poor' ratings. See if your local practice is on the list of patient concerns.
Exclusive: Patient survey reveals Birmingham GP surgeries with the poorest ratings. Discover if your local practice made the list as government plans service overhaul.