Our WhatsApp Group 

WhatsApp groups are better suited for managing and coordinating interactive communication. We can broadcast updates to this group and when chat is turned on, members can communicate and respond. 

Rules for our WhatsApp

To ensure that the group functions well for everyone, the LMC needs all members using it to follow some straightforward, but professional, rules. This will ensure everyone feels confident when using the group. The cost of not following these rules is that members mute, don’t engage, or leave such groups, rendering them less inclusive and relevant. Please work together and make the group successful for everyone. 

Asking for LMC advice 

For colleagues who want to contact the LMC directly, please email the LMC Office or Medical Director individually. The LMC Website provides details of the Directors and supporting colleagues, including their geographical responsibilities 

Be kind, respectful and polite 

Please do tell everyone what you think, but using language that is respectful and professional, towards members of the group.

Who needs to know? 

If your message is not relevant to the majority of members of the group, please message the person directly rather than the whole group. 

We ask you to stick to the point and provide mutual support

This group was originally intended as a convenient way for the LMC to distribute information from the LMC, BMA and the GPC England’s GP Action in 2024 to colleagues quickly and efficiently. It has been since opened up for two-way chat for colleagues to communicate easily with each other regarding LMC related issues.

Our community is a no rant zone 

Whilst it may be cathartic, using the group for ranting, or merely venting frustrations is a surefire way of losing members and will not create the change you want 

Leaks and breaking of confidentiality 

Everyone needs to feel safe within the group; think of it as an electronic “Chatham House”. Leaking conversations also disengages colleagues and makes everyone wary of participating. Such behaviour undermines everyone 

Advertising of services/businesses

Please do not advertise your business on this group 

Please be aware that Cheshire LMC may remove members for breaching the rules of the group.