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Written question asked by Martin Wrigley (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 23 October 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 27 October 2025. It was answered by Stephen Kinnock (Labour) on Thursday, 13 November 2025 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.

General Practitioners: Migrant Workers

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of the white paper entitled Restoring control over the immigration system, published on 12 May 2025, on the adequacy of (a) the supply of trainee GPs and (b) levels of access to primary care services.

Answer

We are aware of the white paper and officials are considering the implications for the general practice workforce and for access to primary care services.

Whilst we hugely value our international workforce and the skills and experience they bring, we are also committed to growing homegrown talent and giving opportunities to more people across the country to join our National Health Service. The 10 Year Workforce Plan will outline strategies for improving retention, productivity, training, and reducing attrition, thereby enhancing conditions for all staff while gradually reducing reliance on international recruitment, without diminishing the value of their contributions.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
84749
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Staff General practitioners Primary care Migrant workers
Link
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