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12-hour GP day policy changed

27 September 2016

The NHS has dropped a demand that GP practices open for 12 hours on weekend days
BMA invites health secretary to quality of care discussion

27 September 2016

The BMA has invited the health secretary to take part in an open and honest discussion on the quality and consistency of healthcare delivered across the week.
Welfare services fail to meet population's needs

26 September 2016

The UK’s ageing population and its families are being failed by a flawed and fragmented health and social support regime, a wide-ranging report by the BMA warns.

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Quality first

A new resource that provides practical support and guidance to help manage workload. Find out how practices are adapting to increased pressures.
Workforce Minimum Data Set

The Workforce Minimum Data Set (WMDS) is a national twice-yearly collection of data on current workforce figures. Practices in England are legally required to provide this information. Find out more.
Ageing and the workplace

In August 2016 over 1.2 million people in the UK were working beyond 65 years of age. Read our new guidance that focuses on the occupational factors of an ageing workforce.
Contracts for overseas trained doctors

Contract advice for overseas trained doctors on what should be included in a contract and when to sign.
Consultants leave

For England. Information for consultants on leave entitlements, possible methods of calculating leave and details about working on public holidays.
Public health doctor contracts

Contract information and supporting guidance for public health consultants.
The Brexit effect on EU nationals

Are you an EU national working in the UK? Find out how to gain more security in your immigration status in the UK.
Contract checking service

BMA members - get your contract checked by employment law experts and receive it back within 5 working days using our freepost address.
Gender incongruence in primary care

This guidance aims to explain what should be provided in primary care, signposts further sources of guidance, and highlights some of the underpinning ethical and legal considerations.

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We've pulled together some practical tips and real life advice to get you through your first year of medical school.
How to become a doctor

A comprehensive guide on how to become a doctor - from life as a doctor to the ins and outs of applying to medical school.
Flexible training

Flexible working is becoming more commonplace - read our step by step guide and see if LTFT is right for you.
SAS development fund

Available in England and Scotland, the fund enables SAS doctors to develop their skills. Find out how to apply and the benefits to your career.
Top tips for new doctors

We know how challenging it is starting a new post, whatever stage of your training you're at. Get advice, support and information to help you through your first years of training.
Returning to clinical practice after absence

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What to expect as an F1 doctor

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CESR guidance

All the information you need to successfully complete your CESR application as a SAS doctor.

Life as a working parent

Read our guidance and blogs on life as a working parent, including interdeanery transfers for junior doctors, using parental leave and breastfeeding.
Guide for doctors new to the UK

An introduction to working in the UK for IMG doctors from help with finding a post, access to training and help with your contract. Find out more.
Independent financial advice

Whether you're seeking guidance on what the result of the EU referendum will mean for your finances, or on your savings and investments our financial experts Chase de Vere can help.

Junior doctor contract negotiations

Junior doctors in England have decided to suspend further industrial action while planning other actions over the coming weeks. Watch the video from JDC chair Ellen McCourt.
Patient care symposium

We have written to the Secretary of State to agree an opportunity to discuss the many issues affecting the standards of care provided to patients.
Workload and wellbeing quarterly survey

We keep track of doctors' workload and wellbeing with the BMA quarterly survey of about 3,000 doctors from across the profession.