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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union

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The UK’s only trade union and professional association dedicated solely to hospital doctors, wherever you are in your career. #HospitalDoctorsUnion Join at: hcsa.com/join

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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
In case you missed it, we had a great week at TUC 2026. We won unanimous backing for our campaign to fight fatigue and seconded a motion on neurodiversity in the workplace, both passed by Congress. Proud of what we achieved together. #HospitalDoctorsUnion tinyurl.com/news-hcsa
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TUC 2026: Hospital Doctors Union wins backing for campaign on dangerous NHS staff fatigue
The Hospital Doctors Union (HDU) pressed on with its campaign to end dangerous complacency on NHS staff fatigue by winning unanimous backing from Trades Union Congress delegates for a call to lobby…
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
"Fatigue is not a personal failing. It is an organisational hazard and like any hazard, it can be prevented." The #HospitalDoctorsUnion won unanimous TUC backing yesterday for our campaign on dangerous NHS staff fatigue. Watch Dr Sasha Burn's speech: youtu.be/u5eYM2odQnk
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TUC 2026: Hospital Doctors Union wins backing for campaign on dangerous NHS staff fatigue
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
"Neurodiversity is not an exception in our workplaces, it is a core part of them." At TUC 2026 in Brighton, the Hospital Doctors' Union seconded a motion on neurodiversity that was overwhelmingly passed. Watch Dr Sasha Burn's speech: youtu.be/XJo24n0SeZE and read more here: tinyurl.com/hcsa-news
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TUC 2026: Hospital doctors call for greater support for neurodiverse workers
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Expert representation. Free contract checking. Legal support. Pensions advice. Women Focused Support. Professional negotiators fighting your corner. HCSA is the only union dedicated solely to hospital doctors. 👉 hcsa.com/join/ #HospitalDoctorsUnion #DoctorsDeserveBetter
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
🚨 Final call. HCSA's annual survey closes on Wednesday 3 September. Last chance to have your say on pay, working conditions, wellbeing and more. Please complete it today and share with colleagues. 👉https://tinyurl.com/SurveyHCSA #HospitalDoctorsUnion #DoctorsDeserveBetter #NHS #hospitaldoctor
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Who can join HCSA? Our Strategic National Organiser explains membership eligibility in this short video. Watch below and please share with colleagues who might be eligible.👇 Join here: hcsa.com/join/ #HospitalDoctorsUnion #DoctorsDeserveBetter #NHS
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
There is still time to have your say. HCSA's annual survey Hospital Doctors at Work 2026 is open until 3 September. Your response helps us build the strongest possible evidence for the DDRB. It only takes a few minutes. 👉 tinyurl.com/SurveyHCSA #HospitalDoctorsUnion #SASdoctor #NHS #hospitaldoctor
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
HCSA President Dr Claudia Paoloni has written to Health Secretary Yvette Cooper urging her to recognise hospital doctors' immense contribution to the NHS and act on pay, training, corridor care and workforce retention. 👉 tinyurl.com/HCSANews #HospitalDoctorsUnion #DoctorsDeserveBetter #NHS
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President urges Yvette Cooper to recognise doctors’ ‘immense contribution’
HCSA President Dr Claudia Paoloni (pictured, © Jess Hurd) has called on the new health secretary to recognise “our profession’s immense contribution to our health service” and act on hospital…
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
HCSA has submitted its formal response to the government's proposed reforms to the GMC's legislative framework and the message is clear: expanding the regulator's powers is the wrong direction of travel. Read the full response👇 hcsa.com/government-m... #HospitalDoctorsUnion #DoctorsDeserveBetter
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Ministers must rein in plans for broad new GMC powers, HCSA warns
HCSA – the hospital doctors’ union has urged ministers to rein in plans to grant the General Medical Council (GMC) broader new powers and retain the controversial right to appeal against its own…
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Your voice matters! We've launched our annual survey: Hospital Doctors at Work 2026. It only takes a few minutes and your response helps us build the strongest possible case for better pay, terms and conditions. Open to all hospital doctors. 👉https://tinyurl.com/SurveyHCSA #NHS #hospitaldoctor
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
The HCSA team was in York this week meeting new doctors. Hear from our Strategic National Organiser talking about how HCSA can support them and how they can get involved in their union.👇 Good luck to all starting their new posts! #HospitalDoctorsUnion #DoctorsDeserveBetter
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
The HCSA team was in York last week, meeting new doctors at their F1 induction, full of anticipation ahead of starting their first jobs. The #HospitalDoctorsUnion is here for hospital doctors at every stage of their career. Good luck to all F1s starting out this week! 👉 hcsa.com/join/
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
The HCSA #HospitalDoctorsUnion team are out and about today at the Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, talking to new F1 doctors about why joining a union matters from day one of your medical career. #NHSDoctor #F1Doctor
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
NHS pension is complex and the McCloud remedy has made it even more so. HCSA members can watch our expert pension webinars and access personalised advice through our partnership with Quilter. Don't leave it to chance. hcsa.com/get-help/pensions-advice/ #HospitalDoctorsUnion #NHSPensions
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Hospital doctors face unique pressures. They deserve a union that understands them. For legal support, pensions advice, workplace representation and specialised support for women doctors, join HCSA, the hospital doctors' union. hcsa.com/join/ #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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Doctors.net.uk @doctors-net-uk.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Doctors have faced three heatwaves so far this summer, as the NHS has struggled to meet rising clinical demand. tinyurl.com/3jfz8szw
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Summer strain: What impact are heatwaves having on the NHS, patients and staff?
Doctors have faced three heatwaves so far this summer, as the NHS has struggled to meet rising clinical demand.
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
Pay is not the only issue. Burnout, rota gaps, and declining morale are having a damaging impact on doctors and patient care. HCSA President Dr Claudia Paoloni discusses why grievances will remain until root causes are tackled. Read more here 👉 tinyurl.com/hcsa-com-blogs #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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Doctors’ grievances will remain until we tackle the root causees
Hospital doctors across the UK face a combination of pressures unlike any seen in recent decades. No matter your grade, you will have felt it. Pay erosion, workforce gaps and growing competition for…
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
HCSA, the #HospitalDoctorsUnion welcomes the end to resident doctor strikes but warns that without proper implementation, we risk further disputes. We will be watching closely. Read our full statement: 👉 hcsa.com/hcsa-vows-to-closely-monitor-implementation-of-resident-doctor-deal-in-england/
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HCSA vows to closely monitor resident doctor deal in England
HCSA – the hospital doctors’ union has vowed to closely monitor implementation of the deal to end the latest wave of resident doctor industrial action in England. HCSA has issued the following…
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
A few snaps from recent weeks - the HCSA team has been out and about, talking to hospital doctors about the issues that matter. From speaking up on safety to talking about our Women Focused Support. This is what HCSA looks like in action. #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Navigating NHS pension traps or planning your career path requires specialised advice. HCSA members get access to expert financial & pension advice alongside dedicated workplace representation. Learn more and join us today 👇 hcsa.com/get-help/pen... #hospitaldoctorsunion #nhspensions
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
From Resident Doctors to SAS, LED and Consultants, the challenges in our hospitals are shared. HCSA is the UK’s only trade union dedicated solely to hospital doctors, wherever they are in their career. We are stronger together. Join hcsa.com/join/ #hospitaldoctorsunion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
📢Hospital Doctors: do you want a clearer understanding of your NHS pension and the tax issues that can affect it? It’s not always straightforward. 👉Join our HCSA members' webinar tonight, 2 June @ 7pm to learn more. 🔗Register here: tinyurl.com/pensionweb #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Burnout is affecting surgeons and anaesthetists across the NHS, with many considering leaving the profession. Supporting doctors’ wellbeing has never been more important. Read more 👇 www.bmj.com/content/393/... #hospitaldoctorsunion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
📢 Reminder: 2026 SAS & LED Survey If you’re a SAS or LE doctor and haven’t already done so, the GMC survey is open until 2 June. Sharing your experiences will help shape policy, workplace culture & future support, so it’s important your voice is heard. 🔗 www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/GMCSASLEDs...
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GMC SAS LED Survey
Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Through our work supporting women doctors, we know how vital it is to speak up safely. NDAs must not be used to cover up abuse. Respond to this consultation and have your say 👇 www.gov.uk/government/c... #hospitaldoctorsunion #womenfocusedsupport
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Make Work Pay: misuse of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
We are seeking views on proposals to prevent the misuse of non-disclosure agreements in cases of workplace harassment and discrimination.
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Last week, the HCSA team attended the @medicalwomenuk.bsky.social MWF Spring Conference, discussing the opportunities and challenges facing women doctors, and sharing more about our Women Focused Support Service. Find out more here 👉 hcsa.com/get-help/wom... #hospitaldoctorsunion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
SAS doctors are essential to the NHS. The Royal College of Physicians highlights their vital role, but more action is needed. HCSA #HospitalDoctorsUnion supports calls to improve career progression, training access & recognition as clinical leaders.🔗 www.rcp.ac.uk/news-and-med... #SASDoctors
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‘SAS doctors are essential to the NHS’: RCP sets out new priorities to support and champion SAS doctors
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Today is International Workers' Memorial Day. We stand in #solidarity with all workers as the trade union movement comes together to remember those who have lost their lives, been injured or made ill through work.Please visit the TUC Workers Memorial Wall & pay tribute www.tuc.org.uk/workers-memo...
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Workers Memorial Wall
We remember those who have lost their lives at work, or from work-related injury or illness. Pay your respects by submitting a tribute
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Our HCSA team at the TUC event last week on Violence and Abuse in the Workplace: Protection and Prevention. Insightful speakers, including Lord John Hendy KC, and vital conversations on protecting workers. #HospitalDoctorsUnion #Womenfocusedsupport
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
The TUC is gathering evidence from workers to uncover the real scale of threats, harassment & violence in workplaces across the UK. If you've experienced or witnessed violence at work, please take the survey below. Violence at work isn’t “part of the job”. 🔗 www.tuc.org.uk/news/violenc...
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Violence at work isn’t “part of the job”
We’re gathering evidence from workers to show the real scale of the problem and push for stronger protections. If you’ve experienced violence or abuse at work - or seen it happen to colleagues - we want to hear from you.
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
📢Last chance to apply! We're hiring a Policy and Campaigns Officer. Join HCSA - the hospital doctors' union, the only union dedicated to hospital doctors and dentists. Applications close on 14th April, so don't miss out! Apply here: 👇 www.tuc.org.uk/jobs/policy-...
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Policy and Campaigns Officer
Working as part of the Policy, Campaigns and Communications team, the post-holder will raise the external profile of the union, its policy objectives, and the work of its members.
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
📢Our guidance for all #HospitalDoctorsUnion members during the #ResidentDoctors industrial action by the BMA, commencing today 7th April 7am to 13th April 6:59am. Read below: 👇 Resident doctors:🔗 hcsa.com/guidance-for... Consultants and SAS doctors: 🔗 hcsa.com/guidance-on-...
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General Federation of Trade Unions @gftu.org.uk · 31/03/2026
🚨 Job opportunities with our affiliate, @hcsa-com.bsky.social 💼 Employment Services Advisor 📌 Deadline: 7 April 💼 Policy & Campaigns Officer 📌 Deadline: 14 April Work for a union dedicated to promoting and protecting their members - gftu.org.uk/jobs #GFTU #HCSA #Job
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Join HCSA - the hospital doctors' union, the only union dedicated to hospital doctors and dentists. We’re looking for a Policy and Campaigns Officer. Find out more and apply today: 👉 www.tuc.org.uk/jobs/policy-... #hospitaldoctorsunion
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Policy and Campaigns Officer
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Resident doctors warned they may not get jobs if they take too much sick leave. Read the response from Dr Matt Church, chair of the resident doctors’ committee at HCSA, the hospital doctors' union. www.independent.co.uk/news/health/... #hospitaldoctorsunion #residentdoctors
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Resident doctors warned they may not get jobs if they take too much sick leave
‘No one wants to have a reputation for being unreliable and not turning up,’ resident doctors were told in an email about sick days
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
#ReclaimTheNight2026 Members and colleagues at Friday’s TUC Reclaim the Night march in Newcastle & Gateshead. A powerful evening of solidarity, visibility and collective action calling for safer streets and an end to gender‑based violence. Stronger together. #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
HCSA’s National Executive Committee will meet tonight to discuss the government’s 2026-7 pay award for hospital doctors. Read more here: 🔗 hcsa.com/hcsa-executi... #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
HCSA, the Hospital Doctors’ Union, has released a statement on the ongoing Meningitis B outbreak in Kent. Read the full statement here: 🔗 hcsa.com/hcsa-executi... #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
✨Reclaim the Night – March 27th✨ We're supporting #reclaimthenight Newcastle & Gateshead. Join us along with fellow trade unionists, community members and local organisations to stand against gender-based violence and harassment. Find out more here: 🔗 www.tuc.org.uk/events/neyh/...
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Join HCSA - the hospital doctor's union, the only union dedicated to hospital doctors and dentists. We’re looking for an Employment Services Advisor. Find out more and apply today: 👉 www.tuc.org.uk/jobs/employm... #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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Employment Services Advisor
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
The HCSA team are out today meeting students and F1s at the Oxford Surgical Innovation Conference. We've been joined by our HCSA local Ambassador, Mr Conor Hennessey, surgical reg, and Prof. Handa, Consultant Vascular Surgeon at the John Radcliffe Hospital #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Today on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women as we continue to campaign for equity, safety and respect at work. We’re also spotlighting our Women Focused Support service, offering support by women. #IWD2026 #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Dr Sasha Burn, HCSA Strategic National Organiser, celebrating International Women’s Day and the power of women supporting women. HCSA's Women Focused Support service provides strength for women, by women. Find out more here:🔗 hcsa.com/get-help/wom... #IWD2026 #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Isslia Roberts, HCSA National Officer, celebrating #InternationalWomensDay and speaking of the importance of empowering women in the workplace. This is why HCSA's Women’s Focused Support service is so important. Find out more here:🔗 hcsa.com/get-help/wom... #IWD2026 #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
This #InternationalWomensDay we celebrate women doctors becoming a majority of the medical workforce for the first time, a milestone worth recognising. But challenges remain. That's why HCSA's Women Focused Support service offers support by women, for women. #IWD2026 #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Great to see one of our HCSA team members at the Royal Free Hospital inductions in London yesterday talking to Regs and Fellows about how we support hospital #doctors at every stage of their career. Find out more➡️ hcsa.com/join #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
This is a great win in the Court of Appeal. It also shows why Trade Union support is so essential in the negotiation of a beneficial policy. Read more about it here🔗 morrishsolicitors.com/court-of-app... #HospitalDoctorsUnion
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The Court of Appeal Strengthens Consultants' Contractual Rights Under MHPS
The decision on Dr MN v NHS Foundation Trust L is a major win for consultants and also for all trade union members relying on MHPS procedures
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
▶️ Watch our most recent #HospitalDoctorsUnion members webinar giving you an opportunity to hear expert insights from #NHS Pension specialist Graham Crossley from MediFintech (part of Quilter Financial Advisers). hcsa.com/expert-webin...
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Expert webinar - the McCloud remedy, NHS pensions and contingent decisions
MediFintech and Quilter Financial Advisers are the trusted financial advice partner to the HCSA and experts in the complexities of the NHS Pension Scheme. Our November 17th webinar for members is now…
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HCSA – the hospital doctors' union @hcsa-com.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Read more about the Social Partnership Forum and the key recommendations they have made to government on tackling violence in the NHS - Ways to tackle violence: the story so far www.socialpartnershipforum.org/articles/way... via @nationalspf
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Ways to tackle violence: the story so far
Hear about the progress on our key recommendations to government on tackling violence in the NHS.
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Strike Map @strikemap.org · 17/02/2026
Join our #EmploymentRightsBill 2 campaign rally with @unionfreedom.bsky.social in #London on 21 March. Further speakers announced🔊 @andreaegangs.bsky.social Lord John Hendy KC @sairskay.bsky.social Keith Ewing Sponsored by @thompsons.law RSVP: bit.ly/ERB2Rally #StrikeMap
Red and beige poster for a Trade Union Rights Rally on March 21 at 11 AM, Hamilton House, London. Features four speakers smiling. Bold text emphasizes "Trade Union Rights Rally."
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