Become a BMA rep

Stand with doctors in your workplace and campaign on the issues that matter locally. As a BMA rep, you'll bring colleagues together, make their voices heard, and build the collective power to win lasting change.
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What does a BMA rep do?

Reps are the voice of doctors at work. You listen to colleagues, organise around shared concerns and help members act together. Whether that is tackling rota gaps and unsafe staffing to improving pay, contracts, facilities and working conditions - you can improve the working lives of your colleagues.

Are you already a rep?
If you are, visit the rep hub for training, practical resources and the latest information to support you.
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How we support reps

You do not need previous experience as a rep to get involved. We provide training, practical resources and support from BMA officers as well as a network of fellow reps. Once you are accredited, you may also access paid time off for training and trade union duties.

The different types of rep at BMA
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Become an LNC rep Take a leading role on your Local Negotiating Committee. Work alongside other reps and a BMA officer to negotiate policies, improve terms and conditions, organise members and campaign on the issues doctors face locally.
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Become a workplace rep Be the voice of colleagues in your workplace. Support local campaigns, share concerns with LNC reps and represent your grade or branch of practice. It is a flexible way to get involved without needing to join an LNC.
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Become an active member Support our campaigns and help build bigger representation in your workplace without taking on a formal accredited role. Share updates, speak to colleagues and encourage more doctors to get involved. No formal training is required.

Why should you become a BMA rep?

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Change starts where you work. Becoming a rep gives you the chance to:

  • make a positive difference for your colleagues

  • influence workplace conditions and wider BMA policy

  • organise doctors around the issues that matter

  • access training, expert support and a network of fellow reps.

Our strength comes from doctors acting together across workplaces, specialties and career stages. Become a rep and help build the movement shaping the future of our profession.

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