The British Medical Association plans to cut up to 200 of its 600 staff in England, sparking outrage among employees over the union's handling of its financial crisis.
The move comes as the organization grapples with a severe cash crisis
Jul 04, 2026
06:36 pm
What's the storyThe British Medical Association (BMA) is considering laying off up to a third of its workforce as part of a major restructuring plan.
The move comes as the organization grapples with a severe cash crisis, despite having a record membership of 200,000.
The British Medical Association is demanding a multi-year pay deal worth an extra 33 per cent - or £50,000.
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