GP surgeries are facing financial strain due to Labour’s Budget decision to increase Employers’ National Insurance contributions, potentially leading to staff cuts and closures. While the NHS is exempt from the tax rise, privately-owned partnerships like GP surgeries are not, causing concerns about the impact on patient care and access to services. Health officials are calling for urgent discussions to address the situation and prevent further hardship in the healthcare sector.
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Check out Saturday's local summer sports schedule
Saturday's gamesBaseballOn Saturday, the Futures Collegiate League features Vermont at Bravehearts at 6:30 p.m. The American Legion State Tournament begins at Adams Field in Quincy with four first-round matchups, while the Little League Majors State Tournament final takes place at Harry Ball Field, featuring the Holden/Walpole winner against Braintree American at 11 a.m. Want More Context? 🔎
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