Motion

Motion TitleNew GP Contract and Pressure in General Practice

Motion TextThat this Assembly expresses grave concern at the severe pressure facing general practice in Northern Ireland; welcomes the high-quality care delivered by GP surgeries, which provided an average of over 190,000 consultations per week in 2023-24; notes that despite the hard work and dedication of GPs, the pressure in general practice means that many patients are facing barriers to accessing appointments and unmet health needs; condemns the failure of the Department of Health to provide additional investment in GP indemnity last year; and calls on the Minister of Health to engage in good faith negotiations to deliver a new GP contract which secures the financial sustainability of services across Northern Ireland.

Motion CategoryPrivate Members' Motion

Date Tabled to Business Office06/05/2025

Date Selected By Committee13/05/2025