Kickstart your conference day with this fun, informal session designed to help you connect with fellow First5 GPs and meet First5 leads from across the UK. You will get to meet inspiring the National First5 Chair, Dr. Toyosi as well as First5 leads from different regions. This is an opportunity to hear what is happening in the wider network.

No slides, no pressure- just your space to be real, be heard and build your GP community over coffee and conversation. Whether you are curious about future opportunities or just want to find others who "get it", then this is your morning moment of connection and support.

Come as you are, coffee in hand and leave feeling a little more connected to the wonderful community around you.

Chair: Dr Toyosi Adeniji

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Research

Come join us if:

• You are interested in getting involved in research but not sure how
• Learn about how you can deliver studies in your practice and the benefits it brings
• You have a research idea and aren’t sure what to do next
• Connect with the RCGP Research and Surveillance Centre (RSC) – to be part of the UK’s community surveillance programme

 Innovation

Come join us if:

• You are interested in learning about innovations in General Practice through the RCGP’s “Bright Ideas” hub
• You want to speak to us about an exciting innovation you/ your practice adopted that led to benefits on patient care, staff and/or practice, and how you can help spread innovation and best practice.

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Interested in finding out more about our member communities come and meet some of our community group members, we have a range of diverse communities that bring together GPs, members, and subject matter experts. Whether you’re interested in local faculties, special interest groups, clinical areas, or career stages—there’s a place for you. Come along, get involved, and be part of a diverse and supportive professional community!

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As a 4 country college it is essential that we hear what GP educators feel we should be doing to support GP educational and clinical supervisors.  Please come and share your thoughts with us at this session as we are currently planning our 2026 support package and need your help to prioritise what support we can offer.  Many thanks and we look forward to seeing you in Cardiff.

Speakers: 

Johnny Lyon-Maris (GP and medical director for GP training and registration)

Chris Mirner (Assistant Director for Training and Registration | Education and Standards)

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Have you ever wondered what the Welsh language is all about and have you ever thought you'd like to find out more? 

This session is designed to give a flavour of the Welsh language in the context of the consultation.

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Come and connect with GP Registrars from across the UK. This isn’t just about meeting people - it’s about sparking ideas and shaping the future of your training journey.

Start with our lively Speed Networking session, where you’ll rotate through quick-fire conversations with fellow registrars. You’ll share where you’re training, your standout moment so far, and a fun fact that’s totally non-medical. It’s fast, fun, and a brilliant way to build connections.

Then, head over to the GP Registrar Ideas Board. a creative corner where your voice truly matters. Pin up your thoughts, suggestions, or bold new ideas for the College, and see what resonates with others. Give instant feedback on what’s popular and what needs a rethink.

 Whether you're here to share, listen, or be inspired, this experience is all about building meaningful connections that last beyond the day.

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Are you interested in finding out more about RCGP fellowship? Meet some Fellows to hear first-hand their tips and advice for preparing a successful application and more generally what being a Fellow means to them. Members of at least five continuous years are eligible to apply, but it’s never too early to learn more about this exciting career milestone.

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Join us for an engaging session hosted by the Learning Disability Special Interest Group, where we’ll explore how Learning Disability and Reasonable Adjustments can be embedded into primary care.

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