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Linlithgow MSP Fiona Hyslop has welcomed the news from the Scottish Government that it will provide additional funding of more than half a billion pounds over the next three years to improve access to services and support recruitment in General Practice. ‌

The announcement, subject to Parliament agreeing future budgets, comes following agreement with the British Medical Association (BMA) over new additional funding which builds to a recurring £249 million in three years’ time. ‌

The funding will help boost staff numbers and capacity, support day-to-day operations and make it easier for people to access GP services. ‌

Fiona said: “This substantial investment in core GP services will transform access for patients, creating more appointment availability and supporting a m

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