Harborough’s GP Surgeries To Close For Queen’s Funeral

GP surgeries across Harborough will be closed on Monday to give NHS staff the opportunity to watch the Queen’s funeral.

People with appointments for that day will be contacted so they can be rearranged and those needing repeat prescriptions are being urged to order them in advance of the Bank Holiday.

Dr Andy Ahyow, GP and Deputy Chief Medical Officer of the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board, said: “It is usual for GP practices to close on bank holidays and, on this occasion, it gives our staff the opportunity to pay their respects on the day of the Queen’s funeral.

“However, I would like to reassure all our patients that there will be other services available for anyone with an urgent health care need.

“If you already had an appointment for Monday your GP practice will contact you to rearrange this, but if your problem is urgent you can contact NHS111 online www.111.nhs.uk or by phoning 111, and they will direct you to the most appropriate service.”

For mental health support, the Central Access Point (CAP), which is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, can arrange for you to speak to someone who can assess your needs and provide advice or refer you directly to an appropriate service.

In Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland you can contact CAP on 0116 295 3060 and 0808 800 3302.