GP contract changes aim to protect more children from deadly viruses

GP contract changes aim to protect more children from deadly viruses

By Liz Wells 23 February 2026

The government has unveiled changes to the GP contract in a bid to protect thousands more children across the country from deadly and highly infectious diseases.

NHS vaccination programme expanded to include chickenpox

By Liz Wells 02 January 2026

The NHS’s vaccination programme is being expanded to include chickenpox for the first time.

Families to have better access to childhood vaccinations

By Liz Wells 02 January 2026

A new £2m pilot will see health visitors reach families facing barriers to vaccines, to ensure more children are protected.

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Wakefield, West Yorkshire£32,061 - £34,434

RECRUITER: Wakefield Council

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RECRUITER: Wakefield Council

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RECRUITER: Middlesbrough Council

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