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The British Medical Association is the trade union and professional body for doctors in the UK. We are working tirelessly to campaign for doctors during the COVID-19 crisis.
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COVID emergency helpline

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Contact us for emergency COVID advice 24 hours, 7 days a week. Call 0300 123 1233 or use webchat.
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COVID guidance

We answer your questions about the impact of COVID-19 on your work, training, education, and wellbeing.
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The BMA can help you navigate and understand issues from annual allowance to pay scales to job planning.
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For 24/7 emergency COVID advice you can contact us using the details below. For all other non-emergency enquiries normal opening times apply.
Call - 0300 123 1233 Email - [email protected] Webchat - talk to an adviser
Weekdays 8am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm
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‘We stand in solidarity’

BMA statement on Black Lives Matter

The BMA commits to action to address enduring injustices faced by black people and UK BAME healthcare workers.

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‘We stand in solidarity’ – BMA statement on Black Lives Matter

The BMA commits to action to address enduring injustices faced by black people and UK BAME healthcare workers.
Hospital face-covering requirements must have adequate provision and ensure safety for all, says BMA

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Call for PLAB extension

The BMA has called for the visas of international doctors due to sit professional exams in the UK, to be extended until the end of the year.
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Show your support for doctors fighting COVID-19

We are working with NHS Heroes to raise funds for front line NHS staff in this most challenging of times. If you would like to make a voluntary online donation, you can do so now.

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