BMA: Polyclinics

The BMA is concerned that many polyclinics are being imposed across the country, regardless of local need. This could lead to some local GP surgeries having to reduce the services they offer, or being closed if funding is diverted towards new polyclinics. Patients are also likely to have to travel further in order to see their GP.

Transferring assets to social enterprises - the perks and quirks

NHS organisations have a great opportunity when transferring assets to social enterprises – particularly with the scope afforded by NHS Estate code, the guidance on managing their estate for disposals other than sales at open market value. Jane Donnison explains.

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Strategic Health Asset Planning and Evaluation

Strategic Health Asset Planning and Evaluation toolkit (SHAPE) has been developed by the Department of Health for SHAs and PCTs. SHAPE is a web enabled, evidence based tool designed to support and inform strategic planning. It brings together existing national data sets of clinical activity, human geography and healthcare estate assets supported by Geographical Information Systems (GIS) technology.