Practice managers and general practice leadership across the country face daily challenges with buildings that are not fit for purpose. Inappropriate and inaccessible accommodation for service provision poses serious challenges to care delivery, affecting both patient and staff experiences. Additionally, the increasing demand for services, evolving healthcare needs, and regulatory requirements add to the complexity of managing primary care estates.

At Darwin Group, we work closely with organisations across primary and secondary care throughout England and Wales to identify the most appropriate solutions for your immediate and evolving challenges. As healthcare specialists, we understand how crucial fit-for-purpose environments are to improving patient care and staff welfare. That’s why we are pleased to partner with Management in Practice on this report.

Undertaking a remodel or new build is a complex and time-consuming endeavour – and accessing information, support and details on the process, including on how to apply for funding, can be challenging. This report is designed to act as a clear, practical guide to help you analyse your healthcare premises’ current needs and potential future development.

As partners on this report, we are committed to supporting our health and care colleagues in the continual improvement of primary care estates. By addressing estates’ needs, we aim to protect patient care, enhance staff experience, and optimise organisational processes.

-Hayley Smith, Strategy & Transformation Director, Darwin Group