GMC has “long way to go” in tackling inequality
THE GMC has reported a "slight" reduction in the gap between employer referral rates for ethnic minority doctors and international medical graduates compared to white doctors in its first update on equality, diversity and inclusion targets.
Covid and employment law: latest updates
READ the latest advice on Covid-related employment law issues, including self-isolation rules, holidays and staff vaccination.
Ask the Expert: Flexible working request
One of our receptionists has asked to reduce her days in the practice from five to three to allow her more time to care for her elderly mother. How do we respond?
Case study: “Banter” or discrimination?
THIS case considers whether comments made between employees amounts to "banter" or harassment?
HR Alert: One of my employees is pregnant – what do we both need to do?
Pregnancy can be an exciting but also anxious time for an employee and there are certain obligations to ensure that they receive the correct leave and pay.
Rise in treatments for eating disorders
THE number of young people receiving treatment for eating disorders between April and December of 2021 increased by a quarter from the same period last year and by a third before the pandemic began, according to NHS figures.
Research reveals ethnic disparities in cancer rates
ANALYSIS by Cancer Research UK has revealed that white people in England are more than twice as likely to get some types of cancer, including melanoma skin cancer, oesophageal, bladder and lung cancers compared with people from Black, Asian or Mixed ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.
MDDUS comments on GMC report into deaths during investigations
MDDUS comments on the publication of the General Medical Council’s report on the number of doctors who have died during investigations.
MDDUS reacts to new consultation on regulation of healthcare professionals
MDDUS has commented on the publication of a Department of Health and Social Care consultation on the future of healthcare regulation.
Clinicians refusing coronavirus vaccination
What needs to be considered when healthcare professionals decline the offer of a coronavirus vaccine?