Government to commence the Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill in 2027
The Government must ensure that the provisions of the Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill once enacted come into force in 2027 not 2026, as the selection process is already underway for this year and a 2026 commencement would retrospectively affects this year’s process.
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The Government must ensure that the provisions of the Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill once enacted come into force in 2027 not 2026, as the selection process is already underway for this year and a 2026 commencement would retrospectively affects this year’s process.
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The Government should work to ensure the inclusion of British citizens who studied medicine abroad in NHS specialty training prioritisation, regardless of graduation date, so they are not treated the same as overseas applicants without UK ties.
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Amend the Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill to prioritise doctors based on length and quality of NHS service, not merely immigration status, ensuring experienced NHS doctors are fairly considered for specialty training - overall supporting workforce retention and patient safety.
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