Sep 29

BMA Message: Important News about 1 October Contract Changes

The BMA have circulated an important update in advance of the 1 October 2025 contract changes. This includes the background to the dispute, the safeguards the BMA are calling for, and next steps for practices. There are also links to a number of resources to assist practices with these matters.

“At the meeting last week, GPCE (the BMA GP’s committee England) voted to re-enter dispute with the Government, DHSC (Department of Health and Social Care) and NHS England from 1 October on the grounds of grave patient safety, workforce wellbeing, and – as data controllers with legal obligations – data breach concerns for practices.”

Read the full text of the BMA’s message and access accompanying resources.

 

29/09/2025