Scotland Allocates £531m to Boost GP Hiring
Scotland's health secretary Neil Gray announced on October 28, 2025, a major funding boost of £531 million for GP surgeries to hire more staff over the next three years. This move aims to ease access to family doctors and strengthen community health services amid ongoing pressures on the NHS. Funding Details and Breakdown The investment marks the largest ever in core GP services in Scotland. It will help recruit additional doctors and support staff starting next year. Officials say this cash injection addresses years of underfunding and supports digital tools like electronic prescriptions. The funding rolls out in stages tied…
