Responding to a statement from the Health Secretary, which claims the BMA ‘placed a pre-condition on talks of a 35% pay rise’, a BMA spokesperson said:
“This claim is not true. We have not made 35% a precondition to talks. In fact, we have set no preconditions – unlike the Health Secretary. The ask of 35% pay restoration is our starting position, and we are willing to meet with the Health Secretary anywhere, anytime, to negotiate what this might look like.”
Please find attached a list of the preconditions set by the Government during a meeting with Mr Barclay on Wednesday (22nd March), and a letter sent to the BMA outlining preconditions earlier this month.
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Notes to editors
Notes to editors
The BMA is a professional association and trade union representing and negotiating on behalf of all doctors in the UK. A leading voice advocating for outstanding health care and a healthy population. An association providing members with excellent individual services and support throughout their lives.
Engagement Principles from 22nd March, 2023
Letter from the Health Secretary from 10th March, 2023