Healthy ageing in the UK

An ageing population increases demand for health and social care and depletes its resources, as highlighted in our series of expert briefing papers.

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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.
BMA Q and A: healthcare and Scottish independence

23 September 2016

BMA Scottish council chair Peter Bennie answers your questions
Housing developments raise GP availability fears

23 September 2016

Doctors leaders in Scotland are calling for tougher measures to ensure that new housing developments do not overwhelm local GP services.

We stand with all our colleagues

Whatever your view on the outcome of the EU referendum, there is no doubt of the profoundly destabilising force it has exerted upon the country.
I look young. Get over it

I asked my patient if he was in pain. Having attended him for almost a week, it was the first time we had spoken.
Reared on gastrointestinal surgery

‘Are you the bottom doctor?’ … Sorry, pardon? Did I hear that right?

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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.
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.
Firearms licencing process: support guide

Read our revised guidance on your role in responding to applications for gun licences.
Junior doctors' leave

Information for junior doctors on leave entitlements, working on public holidays, fixed annual leave, sick leave and answers to your frequently asked questions.

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

A comprehensive, feasible, and transparent approach to returning to clinical practice after absence.
What to expect as an F1 doctor

Making the step from medical school to being an F1 doctor is both daunting and exciting - get everything you need to know for your first year on the foundation programme.
Medical CVs

We're here to help you get your CV in top shape, no matter what stage you are in your career.
CESR guidance

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

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

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.

Human rights

We have always advocated the highest standards of human rights in healthcare, both for clinicians and patients.
Healthier procurement - report on labour rights

In partnership with Swedish lobbying group Swedwatch, we undertook research on working conditions and labour rights in Pakistan.
Domestic abuse report

We aim to lead the way in encouraging all health professionals in all disciplines to raise awareness of domestic abuse.