Forming a limited company is one of the biggest structural decisions a PCN will make – and it’s not one to rush into without understanding what’s really driving it. This Deep Dive starts with the fundamentals: why PCNs are choosing to incorporate, what problem it’s actually solving for your network, and whether it’s the right move for your particular set of practices before you get anywhere near the paperwork.
From there, we’ll walk through the practical reality of setting one up. On the legal side, we’ll cover company structures, shareholder agreements, directorships, and the contractual relationship between the new entity and your member practices. On the financial side, we’ll look at accounting requirements, VAT considerations, payroll and employment implications, and how funding flows once you’re operating as a company rather than a loose network. We’ll also cover project management – how to sequence the transition, who needs to be involved, realistic timescales, and the common pitfalls that catch PCNs out along the way.
We’ll close with one of the most frequently asked questions: do you need CQC registration as a PCN limited company, and under what circumstances does that requirement kick in. You’ll leave with clarity on this point specifically, plus a practical roadmap for your own incorporation journey.
Course Format
This course will be delivered via Microsoft Teams. You’ll receive your joining link a few days before the session. Each course runs with 3–12 delegates to support active participation and small-group discussion.
Please install Microsoft Teams on your own device before the course (rather than sharing a device with colleagues). As our sessions are fully interactive, please ensure your camera is switched on, and that your microphone and speakers are working.
If you need help using Microsoft Teams, support is available at:
- General Teams support: https://support.microsoft.com/teams
If you need to cancel your place, please let us know at least 24 hours in advance.
Please note that repeat non-attendees may not be invited to future Masterclasses and Deep Dives and may incur a fee.
Costs
All Masterclasses and Deep Dives are included free of charge for DKJ Health Hub and DKJ Pathfinder members as part of their subscription.
If you are not a DKJ Health Hub or DKJ Pathfinder member, the fees are: £30 per Masterclass and £15 per Deep Dive, per person. We will send you a payment link before the session, and kindly ask that payment is made before the session begins.
If you would like to join the DKJ Health Hub or subscribe to DKJ Pathfinder, please contact us at info@dkjsupportservices.co.uk