All say ‘Aaah’

SIR – It has been suggested that up to 15 people should see a GP at the same time (report, October 6).

What next? Perhaps we could have conference telephone calls for the Samaritans. Dave Bassett

Crosby, Lancashire

SIR – I am proud to have trained as a State Registered Nurse and even prouder of my husband, who has just retired as a GP after 33 years. We were both horrified to read of this scheme.

Confidentiality is key in a medical consultation. Many people arrive with one set of symptoms in mind but go on to talk about something else, such as mental health issues, as well as other symptoms they had not felt relevant, or deeply personal complaints that they would never raise in a group situation. People tell GPS things that they would not tell their parents or partners.

Are we seriously considering the end of holistic medicine and continuity of care in the most effective and precious area of the NHS? Caroline Fry

Sevenoaks, Kent

SIR – Might I suggest that, in view of recurring crises due to the shortage of NHS hospital beds, plans should also be considered for these to be shared? Dr Max Gammon

London SE16