The election of GPs to the Governing Body

Frequently Asked Questions

These posts will commence on the 1 April 2016 and will have a three year tenure.

How will GPs be informed about the elections?

A letter of invitation to apply to stand for election will be sent out by Tracey Downton of Dudley CCG. This will be accompanied by a recruitment pack.

The Communications Team will ensure that the election process, and the roles of the GP Board member and Board Chair are advertised as widely as possible. The communications channels used are likely to include: an e-mail/post to all practices, an e-mail/post to each doctor on the Dudley performers list, promotion via the Dudley public website, a request to the LMC, Locality meetings and Clinical Forum meetings to promote and a request to Practice Managers to print out materials for all working from the practice.

Who may apply to stand for a role on the CCG Board?

All GPs on the Performers list may apply. Locums are not included in this.

What responsibilities does a Board member hold?

The responsibilities are outlined in the role description. This is accompanied by a person specification.

Each Board member will take responsibility for an agreed portfolio of work to deliver the Group’s vision. It is part of the Chair’s role to establish agreed portfolios, in liaison with individuals.

What will be in the Recruitment pack?

A recruitment pack will be prepared, e-mailed to eligible GPs and made available online. It will comprise:

1.  Letter of invitation to apply to stand for election

2.  Information poster

3.  The CGG’s vision and values poster

4.  Frequently Asked Questions on the election process

5.  Role description and person specification

6.  Nomination Form (to be returned)

7.  Declaration of Interest Form (to be returned)

8.  Competency Assessment Form (to be returned)

How to apply?

A letter of invitation to apply to stand for election will be sent out by e-mail/post from Tracey Downton, Deputy Office Manager, Dudley CCG.

Applicants will be invited to apply in writing and to demonstrate their suitability and essential competencies by using the agreed application form. Application by CV will not be accepted.

May more than one GP from a practice serve on the Board?

Yes, more than one GP may apply to stand from each practice. Agreeing that it is vital to attract the best people for these roles, the CCG Board has agreed not to place a restriction on those standing.

Applicants are required to gain the endorsement from the practice evidenced by the signature of a GP Principal on behalf of the practice.

Who can vote?

Each GP registered on the Dudley CCG Performers list – partner and salaried – will have

one vote.

Can a GP vote more than once?

No. Each GP will have one vote at each phase of the election.

How frequently will Board elections be held?

At the end of the three year tenure for each post.

What type of Contract will I be engaged under for my work with the CCG?

Members of the governing body are appointed under statute and will be appointed as Office Holders of the CCG, rather than treated as direct employees.

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