Patient Participation Group

What is a Patient Participation Group (PPG)?

A patient participation group (PPG) is a group of people who are patients of the surgery and GP practice staff who meet regularly and work together to improve the quality of care and outcomes for patients. The NHS requires every practice to have a PPG.

The aims of the PPG are as follows:

• To encourage a positive relationship between patients and all of the surgery staff.
• To represent a voice for the patient in the practice.
• To be involved in health promotion events.
• To encourage patients to engage in their own healthcare and future needs.

View PPG Surveys, GP Interviews and Newsletters

What is a virtual group? 

This is a group of patients who would like to be part of the Patient Participation Group but prefer not to attend meetings. You can get involved by email instead.

Information such as practice newsletters, minutes of the Patient Participation Group meetings and surveys will be shared electronically. It means that if you cannot make face-to-face meetings, are caring for someone and unable to leave them, or are working, you can still be kept informed, give your views and participate. Your contact details will only be used for this purpose and will be kept safely.

Complete the form at the bottom of the page if you wish to join the PPG.