Protected Time
Practice Closures & Protected Learning Time (PLT)
Keeping You Informed
From time to time, Coventry GP closes for Protected Learning Time (PLT), Bank Holidays and other essential operational reasons.
These planned closures allow our doctors, nurses and administrative teams to participate in mandatory education, clinical training and service development, helping us continue to deliver safe, effective and high-quality care for our patients.
Any planned closures will be published on our website and displayed within both surgeries.
Protected Learning Time (PLT)
Protected Learning Time (PLT) provides dedicated time for all members of the practice team to undertake essential training and professional development.
This enables us to:
Maintain the highest clinical standards
Keep up to date with the latest NHS guidance
Improve patient safety
Develop and enhance our services
Review clinical processes
Continue delivering high-quality patient care
During PLT afternoons, both Jubilee Health Centre and Broad Street Surgery will close from 1:00pm and reopen at their usual opening time on the next working day.
Protected Learning Time Closure Dates – 2026
The practice will be closed from 1:00pm on the following dates:
- Wednesday 16 September 2026
- Wednesday 7 October 2026
- Wednesday 18 November 2026
Bank Holiday Closures – 2026
The practice will be closed on the following Bank Holidays:
Monday 3 August 2026
Monday 31 August – Summer Bank Holiday
Friday 25 December – Christmas Day
Monday 28 December – Boxing Day (Substitute Day)
If You Need Medical Help While We Are Closed
Urgent Medical Advice
If you require urgent medical advice while the practice is closed, please contact NHS 111.
NHS 111 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and can:
Provide urgent medical advice
Direct you to the most appropriate NHS service
Arrange an out-of-hours GP appointment where appropriate
Refer you to an Urgent Treatment Centre if required
You can also access NHS 111 online for advice and support.
Medical Emergencies
If you or someone else is experiencing a life-threatening medical emergency, always call 999 immediately or attend your nearest Accident & Emergency Department.
Examples include:
Severe chest pain
Difficulty breathing
Signs of a stroke
Loss of consciousness
Severe bleeding
Serious injury
Suspected sepsis
Community Pharmacy Services
Many common illnesses can be treated without seeing a GP.
Your local community pharmacy can provide expert advice and treatment for conditions such as:
Coughs and colds
Sore throats
Earache
Hay fever
Minor skin conditions
Urinary tract infections (where eligible)
Insect bites and stings
Your pharmacist will also advise if you need to see another healthcare professional.
Repeat Prescriptions
If you receive regular medication, please request your repeat prescription well in advance of any planned closure or Bank Holiday to ensure you have enough medication until the practice reopens.
Thank You
We appreciate your understanding during planned closures.
Protected Learning Time is an important part of maintaining the highest standards of patient care, allowing our entire team to continue learning, developing and improving the services we provide to our local community.
Thank you for your continued support.