Since 1948, GPs have not been allowed to sell on their practice, known as the "sale of goodwill", when they retire. But now some general practice services, including child vaccinations, immunisations and health surveillance services, can be sold.
Dr Ron Singer, a GP in North London and president of the Medical Practitioners' Union, said children might go to a different place for immunisations, routine checks, minor illnesses and chronic ailments.
"Nothing can replace the relationship that GPs and the practice team have with families," he added. "The Government is just dismissing that as completely and utterly unimportant. I think that what they are doing is short-sighted and stupid."
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