Out of Hours Service Changes

A Government initiative which will take pressure off GPs by handing over responsibility for out-of-hours services to primary care trusts will have little effect on the public. The new initiative is now operating. Here is some useful information about what is happening and why. There are also some tips about how to make the best use of the PCTs' minor injuries services.

The Out of Hours Service telephone number is 01249 456530

Questions and Answers
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