GP services nationwide are under pressure! Waits for routine appointments are going up.

The reception staff may ask you the reason why you need a GP appointment.  We have asked them to ask this so as you can see the most relevant person.  It may be that you need to see the practice pharmacist or could be signposted to other services.

Have you considered:

The minor ailments scheme - Local pharmacies can see a range of minor ailments

We have a practice pharmacist who has a dedicated clinic on a Friday afternoon.  She can see minor ailments in adults and children over 1 year old

NHS choices - is a great source of information for self-care

We have evening and weekend nurse and GP appointments at the HUB - this can be chronic disease management or cervical smears if these are more convenient