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How have PCNs impacted on local medical councils (LMCs)? What should the relationship be between LMCs and PCNs? Does the role of LMCs have to change following the introduction of PCNs? Listen as William Greenwood, Chief Executive of Cheshire LMC, shares his thoughts and experiences on this week’s podcast.

Introductions (0:45)

PCNs: First impressions (1:40)

Have LMCs been largely supportive of PCNs since their formation? (2:40)

The role of LMCs in relation to PCNs (3:28)

What have been the main concerns for Cheshire local members? (4:37)

Reaction to the original draft primary care specification (5:51)

…and the updated version? (6:43)

Are the LMCs generally happy with he updates & what are the chances of sign off? (8:03)

Are PCNs a “fad”? (8:33)

Practice based contracts versus a network specification (9:32)

Supporting the voice of a practice within a network (10:49)

The expectation of and from the LMC and its members (a two-way process) (14:43)

LMC skills and expertise and what they can offer as a result (15:48)

Are LMCs always constructive and helpful? (16:29)

LMC future role (18:15)

Getting in touch (19:30)

https://www.cheshirelmcs.org.uk/

Cheshire LMC office: 01244 313483