Update on contract changes and implementation of funding

Global sum has been uplifted to £112.50 per weighted patient to implement the 24/25 6% Doctors’ and Dentists’ Remuneration Board (DDRB) uplift. Locum reimbursement rates were also increased (see 24/25 SFE updates), along with the pay elements of workforce-related transformational funding, details of which will follow.

From 1 October, newly qualified GPs can be recruited as part of the additional roles reimbursement scheme (ARRS). Primary Care Networks can request the necessary funding as outlined in the updated PCN Contract DES. Three other PCN funding streams have been increased to reflect the 6% DDRB uplift: core PCN support, the Care Home Premium Service and the Enhanced Access Service.  

The maximum reimbursement rates for existing (non-GP) ARRS staff have been uplifted with effect from 1 October to align with Agenda for Change pay scale uplifts. NHS England’s letter to general practice teams on 2 August provides further background on the funding and contract changes.