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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
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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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September 22, 2026 at 7:08 AM
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"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
TUC 2026: Hospital Doctors Union wins backing for campaign on dangerous NHS staff fatigue
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September 16, 2026 at 7:17 AM
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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.
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September 10, 2026 at 10:58 AM
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🚨 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.
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September 1, 2026 at 8:51 AM
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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.👇
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August 20, 2026 at 12:05 PM
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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.
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August 19, 2026 at 8:38 AM
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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.
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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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August 13, 2026 at 7:07 AM
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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...
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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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August 12, 2026 at 8:26 AM
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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
August 6, 2026 at 3:47 PM
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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!
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August 5, 2026 at 9:51 AM
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The #HospitalDoctorsUnion is the only trade union dedicated solely to hospital doctors wherever you are in your career. Join now 👉 hcsa.com/join/
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July 28, 2026 at 11:34 AM
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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.
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July 28, 2026 at 11:34 AM
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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/
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July 22, 2026 at 2:34 PM
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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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July 16, 2026 at 8:02 AM
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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
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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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July 9, 2026 at 3:08 PM
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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:
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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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July 8, 2026 at 8:06 AM
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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.
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June 24, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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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 👇
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June 16, 2026 at 9:16 AM
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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/
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June 9, 2026 at 11:03 AM
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📢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
June 2, 2026 at 12:24 PM
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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 👇
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June 2, 2026 at 8:17 AM
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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 👇
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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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May 14, 2026 at 10:05 AM
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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 👉
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May 11, 2026 at 3:22 PM
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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...
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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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April 30, 2026 at 5:56 PM
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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.
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April 20, 2026 at 12:50 PM