26/07/2023

New GP Contractor Appointed For Two Surgeries In Co Down

A new GP contractor has been appointed for two surgeries in Holyrood and Bangor, Co Down.

The Federation Support Unit GP Management Community Interest Company will take over the Priory/Springhill GP practice from 01 August.

The South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust had temporarily been the contractor for the practice since February this year.

A statement from the Department of Health, said: "Patients will receive letters informing them of their new contractor over the coming days. Patients do not need to take any action and should continue to contact the practice as normal."

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