Happy New Year to all our members, colleagues and patients celebrating #RoshHashanah. #ShanahTovah #JewishNewYear

This new research confirms the BMA’s concerns that victims/witnesses are being failed in medical tribunal sexual misconduct cases. (1/3) publishing.rcseng.ac.uk/doi/10.1308/...

“The fact that we have unemployed doctors is absolutely unthinkable.” Dr Sheryl Higham shares her experience of being unable to find a specialty training place, and why the FY1 ballot in England is so important. www.bma.org.uk/our-campaign... #PayRestoration #EndTrainingCrisis

After months of negotiations, the BMA has secured reforms to the exception reporting system ensuring resident doctors are paid for the extra hours they work, with changes rolling out across NHS hospitals by Feb 2026. www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

GPC England has voted to enter dispute with Government from 1 October over unsafe contract changes. GPs fear ‘unlimited’ online consultation requests will ‘open the floodgates’ without safety measures in place, inadvertently making patient access more difficult. www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

Did you know bisexual doctors are the least likely to be open at work, even though they make up a large share of LGBTQ+ medical professionals? Read to find out why visibility matters and how small acts of allyship can help. www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

The BMA stands firmly against all forms of racism and xenophobia. International doctors are central to the NHS, yet too many face discrimination and hostility. We're calling for stronger protections, inclusivity, and respect so all doctors can thrive. Read more www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

That’s a wrap on #SRM25. The motions debated today set the direction for the BMA’s response to the NHS 10 Year Plan. Thank you to all members who joined the debate and followed along. 📖 Read the full list of motion results and outcomes here bma.org.uk/what-we-do/special-representative-meeting

From safeguarding GP independence to tackling digital demand, this debate will test whether the NHS 10 Year Plan strengthens frontline care or risks dismantling doctor-led services. 📺 Tune in to the #SRM25 live stream bma.org.uk/what-we-do/special-representative-meeting

Speaking to members at #SRM25, @rthonwesstreeting.bsky.social answered questions on how the NHS 10-year plan aims to tackle the doctor unemployment crisis across the health service.

'Stabilising and renewing the NHS is the task that lies ahead for this government and for us. We must together get this right. We must now get to work. The health of our nation depends on it.' #SRM25 @tomdolphin.bsky.social www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi... youtu.be/1Gg3JYvlr0o

Next up #SRM25 will debate NHS digital ambitions, patient safety, and the ethics of AI-led care. Because health tech must serve people, not replace them. 📺 AI & data in healthcare: opportunity or risk? Watch along now bma.org.uk/what-we-do/special-representative-meeting

The first round of motions at #SRM25 will debate whether the NHS 10 Year Plan can truly deliver the workforce, medical education and training needed for the future of healthcare. 📺 Watch now via live stream bma.org.uk/what-we-do/special-representative-meeting

"A spiralling crisis and a disjointed health service which demands a solution. So a long-term plan for the NHS is not just appealing but is essential.” @tomdolphin.bsky.social delivers keynote speech at #SRM25, where our members will debate if this plan is the solution to the NHS in crisis.

"When you make a big change, it requires investment... We need more detail about how we're going to get from here to there" @tomdolphin.bsky.social spoke to BBC Breakfast this morning ahead of #SRM25, where our members will debate the NHS England 10-Year Health Plan www.bma.org.uk/what-we-do/s...

Today we’re coming together to for #SRM25 to debate the risk the NHS England 10 Year Health Plan poses to the medical profession, and the delivery of safe and effective care to our patients. 📺 Watch along here from 9.30am www.bma.org.uk/what-we-do/s...

FY1s in England! Not received your ballot yet? Fill out our ballot request form here to receive a new one: forms.office.com/pages/respon... All ballots must be posted by 29 September, before the ballot closes on 6 October. #PayRestoration #EndTrainingCrisis

“If you don't say yes now, it could mean you don't get your career later.” Dr Kelly Gurnett sends a message to FY1s in England about why it’s so important to make your voice heard. bma.org.uk/our-campaign... #PayRestoration #EndTrainingCrisis

10 Year Plan: vision or illusion? Join #SRM25 from 9.30 this Sunday via livestream as we shape policy to ensure the best for our members, patients, and the future of the health service. Read the agenda and find out more www.bma.org.uk/what-we-do/s...

“This ballot is so important to ensure that patients get to see the doctors that they so desperately need to see” Dr Robbie Leigh explains why FY1s in England should vote YES in our ballot over pay and specialty training places. www.bma.org.uk/our-campaign... #PayRestoration #EndTrainingCrisis

Our ballot for FY1 doctors in England is open. Let’s send a clear message to Government: the specialty training crisis needs fixing now. Vote YES for industrial action today www.bma.org.uk/our-campaign... #PayRestoration #EndTrainingCrisis

The agenda for #SRM25 is now online. The virtual meeting of the BMA's representative body, on 14 September, will see members debate NHS England's 10 Year Health Plan and its impact on the medical profession. Full details: www.bma.org.uk/what-we-do/s...

Quick update on a few other things to end the day: Our NHS colleagues are angry; Residents in England are making some progress in talks; GPs in NI are acting collectively; @bma-ni.bsky.social are in dispute over unpaid uplifts; and @BMAstudents have a win on student funding. Have a good weekend!

Regrettably the High Court has today ruled that the GMC isn't legally required to set a safe scope of practice for assistants. The GMC should take no comfort in this. Doctors are clear; without a national scope of practice patient safety is at risk. We're considering next steps.

The results are in! 67% of consultant and 82% of SAS doctor respondents in England say they're prepared to act if the Government does not address the erosion of their pay, value and recognition. We’ll meet with the SoS next week. Learn more: www.bma.org.uk/bma-media-ce...

An extra 1.26 million GP appointments could be delivered each month, if all newly trained GPs could find a job. The Government needs to fix the GP unemployment crisis, so more patients can get the care they need. www.bma.org.uk/our-campaign... #endGPunemployment

There's still time to have your say and vote for your regional Resident Doctor Committee representatives in England. Voting is open until Monday 8 September. 🗳️ bma.org.uk/rrdcelections #VoteRRDC

Introduction to searching Embase and Medline on Ovid - live webinar Join online to find the tools you need in undertaking the a literature review using Medline and Embase. 🗓️Wed, 17 Sep 2025, 5:00PM - 6:00PM 🌐online Follow the link to sign up: www.bma.org.uk/events/intro...

Our ballot for industrial action over the specialty training places crisis and restoring pay opens on 8 September. FY1s in England - look out for your ballot papers in the post. And make sure your details are up to date. www.bma.org.uk/our-campaign... #PayRestoration #EndTrainingCrisis

For @bma.org.uk consultants out there. It’s the last day to vote in the indicative ballot www.surveymonkey.com/r/Indicative...

It's your last chance to have your say in our indicative ballots for SAS doctors and consultants in England! Every vote counts, so make sure your voice is heard and vote before 11.59pm on Monday. ✔️ SAS doctors: www.bma.org.uk/SASpay ✔️ Consultants: www.bma.org.uk/ConsultantsPay

Are you an unemployed GP, seeking your first role, or exploring a career change? The BMA GP Support Hub includes resources to help you: 🔵 Boost your CV 🔵 Prepare for interviews 🔵 Discover alternative career paths 🔵 Get financial support during tough times www.bma.org.uk/our-campaign...

"Now is the time to ensure that the people who turn ambition into impact—the clinical academics—are not left behind." Read more on medical academics and the NHS 10 year plan, from our medical academic staff committee: www.bmj.com/content/390/...

Indicative ballots for consultants and SAS doctors in England close on Monday. There’s still time to have your say!   🔗 SAS doctors: www.bma.org.uk/SASpay  🔗 Consultants: www.bma.org.uk/ConsultantsPay

“I’m genuinely at a point where I’m considering leaving medicine… if I walk away, who will be left to advocate for other doctors like me?" Our survey revealed 100s of disabled and neurodivergent doctors are considering leaving the workforce due to lack of support. www.thetimes.com/uk/healthcar...

We are horrified by the Israeli military strikes on Nasser Hospital, which has killed health workers and journalists. We – again – call for healthcare to be protected during this conflict, and others, as demanded by international humanitarian law www.bma.org.uk/bma-media-ce...

Calling all resident doctors in England... it's time to have your say and choose your regional resident doctor committee (RDC) representatives. Voting is now open in regions across England. Learn more: bma.org.uk/rrdcelections #VoteRRDC

The @theIPCinfo has declared a man-made famine in Gaza City. We are horrified by the increasing suffering of civilians and continued attacks on healthcare. We renew our call for an immediate end to Israel’s blockade on humanitarian aid: www.bma.org.uk/what-we-do/w...

Proud to announce our a grant from BMA Giving which is supporting our work providing medical books across Uganda. Find out more about our health education work ➡️ bit.ly/463zr56 and about BMA Giving ➡️https://bit.ly/4mWj28p A huge thank you to everyone at @bma.org.uk! 📷UPMB / Cynthia R Matonhodze

Congratulations to this year’s BMA Giving recipients. From helping refugee doctors back into medicine to supporting medical professionals in crisis, this year’s awards are funding crucial projects across the UK and beyond. www.bma.org.uk/news-and-opi...

GPs without jobs, patients without care. 4,200 newly trained GPs just graduated from training – yet many can’t find work. The Government needs to fix the GP unemployment crisis today. Find out how you can support our campaign 👉 www.bma.org.uk/our-campaign... #endGPunemployment

🗣️"Health knows no boundaries; illness knows no boundaries. We need to speak out because otherwise there's no one left to do so." 🎙️On #WorldHumanitarianDay, our Vice President Dr Kitty Mohan appeared on the @bma.org.uk's The Doctor podcast 👉 Listen here: thedoctor.bma.org.uk/articles/pod...

Hospitals should be places of safety, but they’re increasingly under attack in conflict zones. @drandrewgreen.bsky.social and Dr Kitty Mohan discuss this for the latest episode of The Doctor podcast. 🎧 thedoctor.bma.org.uk/articles/pod... #WorldHumanitarianDay

At the BMA we support the aims of the NHS to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions as soon as possible 🌍 We'd like to hear from doctors about how different sustainability initiatives are being implemented in the workplace. Please share your views in our short survey 👇 www.research.net/r/NZbluesky

The UK Government’s 10-year Health Plan sets out major changes to how the NHS will run in England – and your views will help guide our stance ahead of a Special Representative Meeting in September. 📅 Complete by 20 August ✏️ Take the survey now www.research.net/r/NHS10YP

Drink-driving kills hundreds and injuries thousands each year, straining the NHS & emergency services, so we welcome plans to lower the drink-driving limit. For real impact, limits must be enforced and the public better informed on alcohol harms. www.bma.org.uk/what-we-do/p...

GPs are facing a painful paradox: patients need care, yet many GPs are overwhelmed or out of work. Whether you're overstretched or struggling to find a role, the GP Support Hub is here to support you. Learn more 👉 www.bma.org.uk/our-campaign...

New RCGP data shows 4,200 GPs finished their training last week. But many are struggling to find work. That’s why we’re calling on the Government to urgently provide ring-fenced funding to fix the GP unemployment crisis. www.bma.org.uk/our-campaign... #endGPunemployment

Too many resident doctors are paid incorrectly. If you’re a resident doctor in England on the 2016 contract, our new pay checker is here to help. Learn more: www.bma.org.uk/pay-and-cont...

Today, we've written to @skinnock.bsky.social Too many patients are unable to access the care they need - yet the new cohort of GPs are facing unemployment. We are asking Government to urgently consider additional ring-fenced funding to address this crisis as soon as possible. #endGPunemployment