GP practices piloting pre-registration of prisoners due for release

Practices are set to pilot a pre-release registration scheme for prisoners, in an effort to maintain continuity of care.  The pilot scheme, which will launch over the summer, will see prisoners in Sheffield registered with a GP near the prison up to one month ahead of their release.  GP leaders have welcomed the pilot, saying it will ensure GPs are‘fully equipped’ when ex-offenders visit the practice. Hide related content:  Show related contentread more
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