29 September 2025
Upcoming Protected Learning Time (PLT) Days
The surgery will be closed from 1:00 pm to 6:30 pm on the following dates for Protected Learning Time (PLT):
• Wednesday 17th September 2025
• Wednesday 15th October 2025
• Wednesday 19th November 2025
• Wednesday 21st January 2026
• Wednesday 15th October 2025
• Wednesday 11th February 2026
• Wednesday 25th March 2026
After 1 pm, please ring 111 or go for A&E if you need urgent medical support. The surgery line will be back to normal operation after 8am on the following day.
What is Protected Learning Time (PLT)?
Protected Learning Time (PLT) is a nationally established initiative for GP surgeries. On PLT days, the surgery will close from 1:00 pm, while morning appointments operate as usual.
PLT allows practice staff, including GPs, nurses, and administrative teams, to participate in training sessions, either on-site or externally. These sessions can be clinical or non-clinical.
PLT is commissioned by the NHS and coordinated through the Integrated Care Board (ICB) to schedule dates and organize relevant training.
Last updated: 29 September 2025