Number of GP practices in England falls by 263 in 12 months

The number of GP practices in England has fallen by 263 in the 12 months to 1 July 2018, official data reveal.

by Nick Bostock and Teni Oluwunmi
GP practice closures (Photo: iStock)
GP practice closures (Photo: iStock)

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