Written question WQ93466
- Asked by
- Andrew RT DaviesConservative
- To be answered by
- Cabinet Secretary for Health, Social Care and Welsh Language
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 6 days
Question
On how many occasions has the Cabinet Secretary met with representatives of the British Medical Association to discuss the challenges facing GP practices in Wales?
Answer
Answered by Cabinet Secretary for Health, Social Care and Welsh Language
In the past 12 months, I have had formal meetings with representatives of the BMA on at least seven occasions, to discuss a range of issues. These meetings are important opportunities to discuss the challenges facing GP practices and their staff, and to explore solutions to the pressures facing primary care in Wales.
My officials regularly meet with BMA representatives to discuss matters relevant to GP practices and primary care in Wales. Contractual GP matters are taken forward and discussed through a tripartite governance structure, which also includes NHS colleagues.