Interview with out-of-work GP who heckled Prime Minister Rishi Sunak whilst campaigning in Melksham

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by GPs in the NHS, including financial constraints and policy changes that affect patient care. The speaker highlights the disintegration of the NHS and the impact on GP surgeries, with many young doctors avoiding GP training due to job scarcity. Despite being a long-time Conservative member, the speaker expresses disagreement with the current NHS policy, reflecting the broader dissatisfaction among GPs. The discussion also touches on the political implications and the need for better understanding and support for GPs.

What financial challenge is currently affecting GPs according to the speaker?

• Increased funding for locum cover

• Government incentives for hiring more GPs

• Massive income reductions and stopped payments for locum cover

• Higher salaries for GPs

What is the term used by the speaker to describe the situation where surgeries are being forced to close?

• Medical redundancy

• Operational downsizing

• Financial restructuring

• Constructive dismissal

Why are young doctors avoiding training as GPs, according to the speaker?

• Better opportunities abroad

• No job opportunities after qualification

• High training costs

• Lack of interest in general practice

What is the speaker's political affiliation?

• Labour

• Liberal Democrat

• Conservative

• Green Party

Despite being a Conservative member, what issue does the speaker disagree with?

• Economic policy

• Foreign policy

• NHS policy

• Education policy