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Exclusively for BMA members, the new Locum GP and Salaried GP handbooks provide essential information in easy-to-read formats.

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Latest news

Government ‘lacks expertise’ for key Brexit issues

17 May 2017

Key Brexit issues affecting doctors have not been properly considered by a government lacking in resources and expertise, a leading academic has warned.
Brexit negotiations must prioritise NHS staff, health leaders warn

30 March 2017

Health leaders have urged prime minister Theresa May to give the UK’s ability to recruit and retain NHS staff the utmost priority in negotiations with the EU.
Praise for medics’ bravery in London terror attack

28 March 2017

Doctors and emergency services staff have been praised for their bravery in the aftermath of the attack in Westminster.

Engaged, not enlisted

Last month, at the 2017 Medical Students Conference, we sent a serious message to the Government – urging them to think again about their flawed plans to expand undergraduate medical education and force students to serve in the NHS for at least four years after graduating.
(Un)welcome to your new job

I turned up for my first day of a new job at 6.50am, I wanted to leave lots of time for getting lost and parking.
United in the face of an atrocity

I live very close to the Manchester Arena - within walking distance of it - and on Monday evening I had decided to get an early night as I normally work a long day on a Tuesday.

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Employment advice and support

Supporting you at work

Trust our in-depth knowledge to help you with your employment related issues. Visit our Employment advice and support section.
Locum GP handbook

The BMA Locum GP handbook is a guide for Locum GPs and for practices engaging the services of a locum GP. Essential reading and exclusive to BMA members, this handbook covers all aspects of work and business practice.
Taking and using visual and audio recordings of patients

Use our guide to find out how to deal with video and audio recordings of patients, including storing, using and disposing of them.
Who is my responsible officer?

All you need to know about ROs - the individuals within designated bodies who have overall responsibility for helping you with revalidation.
IR35 (intermediaries legislation)

Read our advice on the change in IR35 legislation as of 6 April 2017 for locum doctors.
BMA Immigration Advice Service

The BMA has teamed up with legal service provider BMA Law, to provide our members with free basic immigration advice in connection with their employment or study in the UK. Contact our advisers on 0300 123 1233.
Gender pay gap reporting

From 31 March 2017, many UK employers will have to publish gender pay gap information. Find out what this means for you and your employer.
Contract checking service

BMA members: get your contract checked by our experts and receive it back within 5 working days using our freepost address.
Revalidation

Read our guide to help you to prepare for the revalidation process, how to find your responsible officer and what to do if things go wrong.
Raising concerns and dealing with complaints

Doctors have a duty to raise concerns about patient safety and they also sometimes have to deal with complaints made against them. Read our advice on how to handle these situations.
Pay

Pay scales, guidance and tax information whatever your branch of practice.
Job planning

Job plans are annual agreements between the employer and the doctor so it is important you understand how best to prepare for your job plan review.

Supporting your career

Whatever your career stage, we can help you along with the BMJ and the BMA Library. Visit our Career advice and support section.
Communication skills

Good communication skills are an essential component of the doctor-patient relationship. Find out about courses, events and resources available to help you in this area.
Learning and development

From CPD approved workshops to workplace training and careers coaching - we're here to help you keep learning.
Working abroad

Whether you're staying close by or thinking about further afield, this guidance will help you get started on the steps you need to take to work abroad.
Research funding

The BMA foundation for medical research award funds to encourage and further medical research. Find out more about the foundation.
2016 foundation for medical research awards ceremony

Each year we host an awards ceremony for the annual grant winners. See pictures and read stories from the event.
Applying for training

Take the step from medical school into training with confidence - know your career options and get all the support you need for your training years.
Returning to clinical practice after absence

A comprehensive, feasible, and transparent approach to returning to clinical practice after absence.
Medical CVs

We're here to help you get your CV in top shape, no matter what stage you are in your career.
Joining the armed forces reserves

We answer common questions about joining the armed forces reserves as part of your medical career.

Supporting your work-life balance

Get help with balancing the stresses of work and demands on your life. Visit our Work-life support section.
Bullying and harassment

It can be hard to know how to deal with bullying as an employee or what steps you can take as employer to stamp it out. Read our guidance on addressing bullying and harassment at work.
Promoting a positive working environment

How you feel about your workplace matters. Learn more about behaviours which contribute to a collaborative and supportive working environment.
International money transfers

Whether you're emigrating for a new job, sending money to family or fulfilling your dream of buying a home abroad, moneycorp can advise you on how to make your money go further.
Doctor support service

Confidential, free emotional support for doctors facing GMC fitness to practise investigations or license withdrawal. When you need someone to talk to, we are here to help. Find out more.
Staying safe online

In light of the "WannaCry" ransomware cyber attack, here are some tips for members on how to be safe online.
BMA counselling and Doctor Advisor Service

Mental health support for doctors. Find out more about the confidential counselling and peer support we offer.
Your wellbeing

Problems can take hold of us at anytime, and can often feel difficult to manage on our own. We have a range of services to support and advise you through difficult times and coping with stress.
What is discrimination?

Find out what discrimination is and how to tackle it with our advice for employees and employers.
Expert tax advice

As a busy doctor, keeping ahead of the latest tax developments and dealing with tax matters can be time-consuming and challenging. Our tax experts Ernst and Young can help.
Working parents

Whether you're thinking of having a baby, already expecting or going back to work as a parent, read our advice on contracts, leave options and pay.
What Brexit means for you

In the wake of the EU referendum result, we reaffirm our commitment to our European partners. Find out what we are doing to support our colleagues in the rest of Europe.

Our collective voice

We represent doctors individually and collectively. We lobby governments for improvements to healthcare. Visit Our collective voice section.
Humanitarian Fund

Supports and encourage the development of new initiatives and helps teams undertake humanitarian projects in low income countries.
Committee elections 2017

View the results of the 2016-17 election of seats for representatives on a variety of BMA committees.
Brexit – what it means for the medical profession

The BMA has been working hard to safeguard the future of the medical profession and the patients we serve following the UK’s vote to leave the European Union on 23 June 2016.
UK junior doctors conference

This year's conference was held on 12-13 May at BMA House in London. Find out more about the event and see the highlights.
Prescribed drug dependence

Read our review on how medical professionals can best support individuals affected by prescribed drugs associated with dependence and withdrawal.
Tobacco

The BMA has a long history supporting measures to reduce tobacco-related harm, and has developed wide-ranging policy in this area.
Health inequalities

The cost of this inequality is substantial, both in years of life lost and costs to the economy. It is also a significant challenge to healthcare. See our work on health inequalities in the UK.
Analgesic use

Doctors have expressed concern over the increasing use of analgesics for the management of chronic pain and the lack of access to adequate pain relief at the end of life.
Child health

The BMA has a longstanding interest in child health and the impact of social inequalities on health outcomes for children and young people - see our publications and policies.
Our 5 asks of politicians

'A vote for health' is the BMA's manifesto for the General Election 2017. Use our online tool to contact your local candidates on the key issues facing the NHS.
Political party manifestos

We have scrutinised the main political party general election manifestos to highlight the pledges which affect the medical profession. Find out more.