#ScotlandsDoctors… Why doctors need better support after breaks in training 16 Jul 2024 Doctors are human. We get sick. We have babies. We have happy reasons for time away from work, and not so happy reasons for time away from work. Anyone who…
Pensions… Scottish doctors’ pensions update: July 10 Jul 2024July 10, 2024 It’s been a number of months since my last pensions blog but rather than drip-feed things I thought it was worth grouping a few key items together. Partial Retirement As…
Uncategorized Update for GPs on employer superannuation contributions 9 Jul 2024July 9, 2024 With so many issues affecting general practice, it’s always welcome to be able to report some positive progress. We have been pushing the Scottish Government for some time over the…
Consultants… SSC Chair update: Meeting with the Cabinet Secretary following entering into formal pay dispute 3 Jul 2024July 3, 2024 Summer holidays are on the horizon and for many this is a time to start winding down and preparing for a well-earned holiday – preferably in the warmth and sun.…
Pay… SAS doctors update on pay – “our negotiating power comes from our members”. 28 Jun 2024 It has been a relatively short time since my last blog, but much has developed since then. SAS doctors in England have overwhelmingly accepted their offer from the Westminster government,…
ARM… ARM 2024: Dr Iain Kennedy 25 Jun 2024September 5, 2024 Chair of BMA Scotland Council Dr Iain Kennedy's speech to ARM 2024 in full: Thank you Chair, and Good Morning RB. It is a great honour to be back at…
NHS… The UK election – issues that matter for the medical profession in Scotland 21 Jun 2024 With just under two weeks until the UK General Election, I want to take the opportunity to highlight the key asks for the incoming UK Government in The BMA’s election…
Consultants Scottish consultants: time to make our voice heard 14 Jun 2024 It's clear that the mood amongst consultants in Scotland has been evolving over the past few months. I believe, speaking in generalities of course, levels of frustration have been gradually…
Supporting members Play your part in your union: Check and update your details today 11 Jun 2024 It goes without saying that a union’s power comes from its members. Without YOU, we simply wouldn’t be able to act on your priorities and wield the influence we do.…
PAs/AAs BMA Scotland publishes full position on AAs/PAs 7 Jun 2024 One of the key issues for our members is concerns over the role of “medical associate professions” (MAPs) in Scotland’s NHS. This group of staff includes Physician Associates (PAs), Anaesthesia…
Pay Urgent need to enhance pay for consultants in Scotland 31 May 2024 Waiting lists for patients in Scotland are growing, with little progress on even the longest waits. Accident and emergency waiting times are like those we would see in the depths…
General Practice… GP workforce survey – help ensure crucial evidence is collected 20 May 2024 Working as GP in Scotland is very often extremely tough right now. Indeed, it has been for some time. And, to be honest, that isn’t being helped by the actions…
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