News

January 2018

We want to ensure that you are kept up to date with the latest news, events and announcements from your local CCG. In this section you can find our latest media releases as well as events and campaign announcements.

Local GP issues flu vaccine reminder

Local GP and Chair of NHS Leeds Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) Partnership, Dr Gordon Sinclair, is reminding eligible Leeds residents to take up the offer of the free flu vaccine as part of the Stay Well This Winter campaign. The flu vaccination is offered to those who are at increased risk from the effects of […]

Future of Swillington, Rothwell and Middleton GP surgeries

The Primary Care Commissioning Committee (PCCC) makes decisions on how NHS Leeds Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) Partnership plans and commissions primary care services. A spokesperson for the NHS Leeds Clinical Commissioning Groups Partnership said: “The Primary Care Commissioning Committee met in public on Tuesday 30 January to make a decision about the future of Swillington, […]

Radshan Medical Centre

The Primary Care Commissioning Committee (PCCC) makes decisions on how NHS Leeds Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) Partnership plans and commissions primary care services. On Wednesday 24 January the committee accepted the resignation from the current provider of Radshan Medical Centre, Kippax and agreed to disperse the list amongst local practices Dr Simon Stockill, Medical Director […]

Local NHS backs #SmearForSmear campaign

NHS Leeds Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) Partnership is supporting Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (22 – 28 January), by encouraging local people to get behind Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust #SmearForSmear campaign to help raise awareness and reduce the risk of cervical cancer, as well as the importance of cervical screening (smear test). Dr Sarah Forbes, who […]

Nominate your local nurse – General Practice Nursing Awards 2018

Do you know or work with a general practice nurse who deserves recognition? The General Practice Nursing Awards 2018 are now open and looking for nominations. Hosted by the Yorkshire & Humber General Practice Nursing Awards Committee, the awards aim to recognise and reward the vital contribution practice nurses provide in primary care. The judges […]