Discover the ins and outs of GP salaries in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland with our guide. We'll cover what salaried GPs and partners typically earn, from starting salaries to averages. Whether you’re in GP specialty training (GPST) or thinking about pursuing a GP career in the future, this article will provide you with useful information to understand how GP salaries are calculated across the UK.
How much is a GP Salary?
Average GP salary in the UK
The average GP salary in the UK is £87,884, which is £7,323 monthly. There is no set pay scale for GPs in the UK, your salary reflects your years of experience, level of responsibility, qualifications, and the UK nation where you are working. The Review Body on Doctors' and Dentists' Remuneration (DDRB) advises the government on rates for doctors and dentists. Each year they publish a review which outlines the minimum and maximum Salaried General Medical Practitioner range.
Every individual or partnership of GPs in the UK will hold an NHS GP contract to run an NHS-commissioned service. All types of contracts are managed by the NHS commissioner (either NHS England or integrated care systems). The service is responsible for paying its workforce directly and not by the NHS.
GP starting salary in the UK
As a salaried GP, you work contracted hours for a medical practice. Our guide to working as a salaried GP will provide you with useful information to help you proceed with the next steps in the profession.
England
The GP starting salary in England is £68,974. During GP Specialty Training (GPST), trainees are paid according to the doctors in training pay scale for England, with a basic salary of £55,329 plus enhancements.
Scotland
The GP starting salary in Scotland is £69,993. During GP Specialty Training (GPST), trainees are paid according to the doctors in training pay scale for Scotland, with a basic salary of £49,126 plus enhancements.
Wales
The GP starting salary in Wales is £71,738. During GP Specialty Training (GPST), trainees are paid according to the doctors in training pay scale for Wales, with a basic salary of £45,222 plus enhancements.
Northern Ireland
The GP starting salary in Northern Ireland is £69,974. GPs in Northern Ireland are not directly employed by Health and Social Care (HSC) but are contracted by it to provide medical services to their patients. This GP contract outlines essential, additional, and enhanced services which influence salary.
GPs in Northern Ireland are independent practitioners and not employees, partners or agents of the Strategic Planning and Performance Group (SPPG). GP Partners will sign a contract with SSPG to provide a medical service, but their practice will operate independently.
How much is a locum GP salary?
A locum GP salary ranges between £156,000 and £185,000 per year.
For more information, view our GP session guide on working as a locum and salaried GP.
Who sets GP salaries and pay?
The Review Body on Doctors' and Dentists' Remuneration (DDRB) advises the government on a Salaried General Medical Practitioner range. Although there is a minimum and maximum salary listed, it is down to the employer to determine what salary a GP should be placed on and how that should change over time.
Salaried General Medical Practitioner (DDRB)
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