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Surgery Closure - PLT Afternoon 5th March

Writer: Greensand Health Centre
Greensand Health Centre
Mar 3
2 min read

Thursday 5th March 2026 from 1pm

Protected Learning Time (PLT)

All Greensand Health Centre branches – Linton, Loose and Headcorn – as well as the Linton Walk-In Clinic will be closed from 1:00 pm on Thursday 5th March 2026 for Protected Learning Time (PLT). We will reopen as normal on Friday 6th March 2026.

Why are we closing?

We understand that an afternoon closure can be inconvenient for some patients. However, this protected time is essential for GP practices. It allows our entire team — both clinical and non-clinical — to complete mandatory training that cannot take place during normal surgery hours. This helps us continue to deliver safe, high-quality care.

What services remain available?

📞 Automated telephone services

  • Cancel appointments

  • Access mental health self-referral information

These services are available 24/7 via our usual practice telephone number. 📱 The NHS App The NHS App is the quickest and easiest way to manage many GP services during the closure. You can:

  • Order repeat prescriptions

  • View test results

  • Check messages from your GP surgery

 

Minor illnesses? Your local pharmacy can help

For many common conditions, your local pharmacy can offer advice and treatment without the need to see a GP, including:

  • Coughs and colds

  • Sore throats

  • Sinus infections

  • Skin conditions or flare-ups

  • Earache or eye infections

Under the Pharmacy First scheme, patients can self-refer directly to a pharmacy for advice and treatment.  

If your medical query cannot wait

If you have a medical problem that cannot wait until we reopen, please use NHS 111 for advice and support.

  • 🌐 Visit 111.nhs.uk to get urgent medical advice online

  • 📱 Use the NHS App to check your symptoms and find out the best place to get help

  • ☎️ Or call 111 if you are unable to use online services

NHS 111 can assess your symptoms and direct you to the most appropriate service, including urgent care services if needed.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support while our team takes part in essential training to improve patient care.

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