The RCGP Annual Conference & Exhibition 2026 will take place in person at the SEC Glasgow on Thursday 29 October–Friday 30 October 2026.

Delegates should visit:

SEC (Scottish Event Campus)
Exhibition Way, Glasgow
Scotland, G3 8YW

For travel and transport details to the heart of Glasgow, please visit the SEC Glasgow visitor information page for more information.

• Thursday 29 October: 08:00 – 17:30
• Friday 30 October: 08:00 – 17:30

Early registration: To help you save time on the morning of the event, registration desks will be open at the SEC from 16:00 – 19:00 on Wednesday 28 October. We encourage early arrivals in Glasgow to collect their badges then.

The 2026 programme for the RCGP Annual Conference and Exhibition is built around a comprehensive framework of clinical excellence and professional leadership. The content is divided into core session streams and dedicated research poster themes to provide the wider lens required to define the future of care.

Session streams
All sessions are peer-reviewed and designed to build expertise across the following areas:

• Clinical CPD
  GP-led updates covering a wide range of clinical topics across all life stages, rooted in practical skills and evidence.
  
  
• Leadership and training
  Development of leadership skills at every career stage to foster resilient teams and sustain the workforce.
  
  
• Research and innovation
  Cutting-edge research, new models of care, and digital transformation to improve quality and safety.
  
  
• Health inequalities
  Addressing entrenched disparities and implementing practical tools to lead transformative change in communities.
  
  
• Equality, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility
  Strategies for removing systemic barriers and enhancing accessibility in healthcare delivery.
  
  
• Medical education
  Application of educational principles and innovative approaches for students, trainees, and the wider practice team.
  
  
• RCGP special interest groups (SIGs)
  Specialised clinical updates and policy insights from dedicated communities of practice.
  
  
• Art and creativity in medicine
  Exploring medical humanities and creative expression to enhance communication and professional resilience.
  
  
• RCGP strategic priorities
  Clinical leadership and policy initiatives focusing on the College’s core objectives for the year.

Research poster themes
The conference showcases over 400 posters, providing a centralised forum for innovation and evidence-based practice across these categories:

• Adolescent health
• Clinical
• Digital health and AI
• Education
• Equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility
• Future GP careers
• Health inequalities
• Innovation
• Integrated care and the MDT
• International
• Patient and community engagement
• Practice development
• Quality improvement
• Research
• Sustainability in general practice
• Urgent and unscheduled care

While the event will be held in-person, those who cannot attend physically can purchase a virtual ticket and gain access to a selection of live-streamed sessions. This will also provide access to on-demand content for up to three months (until 30 January). 

Virtual tickets will be released soon.

The SEC is a world-class venue located on the banks of the River Clyde. It is easily accessible via Glasgow’s extensive rail and road networks. Detailed directions, including sustainable travel options, are available via the SEC website.

Our official housing partner, MICE, has secured preferential rates at a range of hotels within walking distance or a short transit of the SEC. Please visit our [Accommodation Page] to book your stay.

Yes. To support professional development and facilitate digital connection, the official conference app provides the functionality to plan your schedule, receive session updates and connect with other delegates throughout the conference.

• Personalise the clinical agenda: Customise session selections to match specific professional interests.
• Connect with the primary care community: Message colleagues and peers directly through the app to facilitate in-person networking.
• Share insights: Exchange experiences and clinical reflections via the integrated social feed.
• Navigate the exhibition: Access the interactive floorplan to locate specific professional services and clinical innovations.
• Review research: Access over 400 peer-reviewed research posters.
• Identify leading voices: View details for all speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors.

The app is reserved exclusively for RCGP Annual Conference and Exhibition attendees. Notification regarding the download period will be emailed to confirmed delegates.

If you are an overseas delegate and need a UK visa to attend, you can request a letter of invitation from the RCGP.  To receive a letter:

• Email rcgp@haymarket.com
• Include your passport details and confirmed booking reference

Letters of invitation can only be provided to registered and fully paid delegates.

Yes. To fuel your learning, all refreshment breaks and lunch are included in your in-person ticket. These are served in the Exhibition Hall to maximise your networking time with partners and peers.

The dress code for the conference is smart casual and comfortable shoes are recommended.

No downloads are required. The platform is web-based and fully responsive for desktop, laptop, and mobile devices. For an optimal experience of the clinical programme, the use of Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari is recommended.

All delegates, including those with a virtual ticket, receive on-demand access to recorded sessions for three months (until 30 January). This allows the primary care community to build expertise at a preferred pace.

Registration is now open. We recommend visiting our tickets page to view the available options for different career stages and then booking your place.

Yes. Certificates will be emailed to your registered address post-event. This conference is self-accredited; typically, one hour of learning equates to 1 CPD credit. We recommend using the event app to log the sessions you attend for your appraisal.

Substitutions are welcome at no extra charge until Monday 28 September 2026.

Cancellations must be made in writing to rcgp@haymarket.com.

• On or before 17 July 2026: Full refund less £45 admin fee
• 18 July – 28 August 2026: 50% refund
• From 29 August 2026: No refunds can be issued

Group discounts are applied automatically at checkout to support the primary care community in attending together. The following rates apply to the total booking:

• 3–5 delegates – 10% discount
• 6+ delegates – 15% discount

Note: Ticket sharing is not permitted. For bespoke booking support, rcgp@haymarket.com.

Where speakers have granted permission, presentations will be available to download via the event app approximately 1–2 weeks after the conference finishes.

The poster programme will be available via the official conference app. This includes abstracts and digital versions of the 400+ peer-reviewed posters showcased at the event.

Subject to speaker permission, presentations will be available for download via the conference app approximately 1–2 weeks after the event.

We are proud to partner with a range of organisations, including pharmaceutical leaders, medical technology experts, and charities. Typical sponsors include Abbvie, Pfizer, Marie Curie, Dexcom, Abbott, and Beat Asthma.

The official RCGP Annual Conference and Exhibition app is the primary tool for supporting professional development and facilitating digital connection. It allows you to build your personal schedule, connect with peers, and interact with speakers in real-time. For informal networking and if you are a member of the RCGP, we also recommend visiting the Connect lounge.

To join 60+ partners in our exhibition hall and connect with 2,000+ primary care decision-makers, please contact Sam Irvine, Senior Account Manager at sam.irvine@wonderly.agency.

To reach 2,000+ primary care professionals and explore our customised packages, please download our sponsorship and exhibition prospectus. This document provides a full range of promotional opportunities, including speaker presentations in our mini theatres and high-visibility branding options within the SEC Glasgow.