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The Government have recommended yet another sub-inflationary pay rise for an already beleaguered medical profession. Cutting pay is not the way to tell a workforce you value them.
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We are glad that the Government recognises SAS doctors deserve improved working conditions as a crucial part of the NHS workforce. The last year has included some positive steps, but the best action they can take now is to deliver on tangible commitments and resolve our dispute.
Read more: healthcare-management.uk/exc…
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📣 Consultants and SAS doctors in Northern Ireland
Our next STRIKE will take place on Monday 23 November, for 24 hours, with Christmas Day cover.
We’ve had enough. We’re striking for #FullPayRestoration ✊
Make sure your details are up to date 👇
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On SAS week, Deiniol Jones writes about out how fair contracts, development opportunities and proper recognition can help SAS doctors thrive. #SASWeek26
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What role do SAS representatives play, and what changes would they like to see for SAS doctors in the future? Hear from two SAS representatives as they discuss how they support SAS doctors, why greater recognition is still needed, and their hopes for the profession. #SASWeek26
SAS doctors make a vital contribution to patient care, yet their work often goes unrecognised.
Professor Madapura Shashidhara calls on employers to make their contribution visible and provide meaningful opportunities for development and progression.
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"The NHS changes slowly, but I do believe progress is possible."
Today for #SASweek26 we focus on advocacy and wellbeing. Read the blog from Dr Michelle Hatch on why she speaks up for SAS doctors. bma.org.uk/advice-and-suppor…
Edith Jiwanmall reflects on how being an SAS doctor opened the door to leadership opportunities and helped her make a difference beyond clinical practice. #SASWeek2026
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SAS doctors committee chair Ujjwala Anand Mohite shares the lessons she has learnt about confidence, representation, career choices and using your voice to create change. #SASWeek2026
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Considering a career as a specialist doctor? This #SASWeek2026, hear directly from a specialist doctor who shares valuable advice, key insights and encouragement for SAS doctors looking to take the next step in their career.
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It’s #SASWeek26! 🎉
This week, we’re celebrating and championing the SAS workforce – specialist, associate specialist and specialty doctors.
Look out for inspiring stories, practical guidance, expert insights, webinars and member resources.
Info: brnw.ch/21x6az2
Recognition and representation are vital for SAS doctors, and there's still much more to do.
That's why we're taking part in #SASWeek26, to celebrate and support SAS doctors.
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Happy #SASWeek!
Thinking about progressing to a Specialist role?
Join our Specialist Webinar
📆Tues 6 October, 6:30pm,
co-hosted @TheBMA & @NHSEmployers
Hear about:
✅ The Specialist Grade
✅ Career progression pathways
✅ Real experiences
Register-
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BMA SAS Doctors retweeted
It’s #SASWeek26! 🎉
We’re celebrating and championing the SAS workforce: specialist, associate specialist and specialty doctors.
Look out for inspiring stories, practical guidance, expert insights, webinars and member resources.
More info: brnw.ch/21x6anK
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It's #SASWeek26 🎉
SAS is a rewarding career choice.
Resources today include the SAS eligibility and permanency framework that looks at moving LEDs to SAS contracts and our SAS vs consultant career pathways infographic.
Explore the guidance 👇
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SAS Week 2026 is here!
In partnership with @NHSEmployers, we're celebrating the valuable contribution of SAS doctors and highlighting the opportunities, support and resources available throughout their careers. #SASWeek26 bma.org.uk/advice-and-suppor…
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Next week is #SASWeek26 - what are you planning?
SAS doctors and dentists and employers can sign up to this webinar with @BMA_SAS on the specialist grade, ideal for anyone considering progression into a specialist role and how employers can support.
bit.ly/4hR6PSB

ALT Promotional graphic for SAS Week from 5-9 October 2026, hosted by NHS Employers and BMA. The week highlights the importance of Specialist and Associate Specialist doctors. Daily themes: SAS as a career choice, Specialist grade, SAS in leadership, SAS advocacy and wellbeing, Celebrating the SAS workforce. Links to resources are provided. The hashtag is #SASweek26.
Congratulations to the SAS committee UK officer team elected today. Co-chairs John Edwin & Ujjwala Mohite , and are joined by deputy chairs Chetan Sangani, Shervin Vaziri and Madapura Shashidhara.
Find out more about the work and priorities of SASC: bma.org.uk/what-we-do/commit…
From today, locally employed doctors in England can apply for specialist, associate specialist and specialty doctor contracts.
Calls for a pathway for LEDs wanting to transition to national terms and conditions has been a long-standing demand of the BMA. The EPF (eligibility permanency framework) is part of the 2024 SAS pay deal for England reached between the BMA and the Government.
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