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Articles and features 06/12/2024

Follow guidelines to avoid valproate complaints and claims

Follow guidelines to avoid valproate complaints and claims

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Warnings to doctors over the harmful effects of the valproate medications – which, if taken by girls or women of child-bearing potential, can cause birth defects and developmental disorders in children – have been circulating for years.

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Articles and features 03/12/2024

New duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace

New duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace

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On the 26 October 2024, the Government’s Worker Protection Act came into effect requiring employers to take a proactive approach to preventing sexual harassment in the workplace. In this article, Croner outlines the Act’s key requirements and the steps you can take to meet these new obligations.

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Articles and features 03/12/2024

What to do with employees on zero-hours contracts

What to do with employees on zero-hours contracts

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The Employment Rights Bill, introduced to Parliament on 10 October 2024, is set to make some of the most significant changes to employment law in a generation, with a particular focus on ‘exploitative’ zero-hours contracts. In this article Croner outlines what these changes are and how you can prepare for the new legislation.

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Press release 28/11/2024

General Medical Council's workforce report 2024

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General Medical Council's workforce report 2024

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Medical Protection comments on the General Medical Council’s ‘The state of medical education and practice in the UK: workforce report 2024’

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Press release 07/11/2024

Medical Protection calls for focus on accountability, wellbeing and w...

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Medical Protection calls for focus on accountability, wellbeing and workforce as part of Change NHS

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Reforming the way doctors are held to account combined with steps to improve the provision of wellbeing services and career development opportunities for healthcare professionals should play a key role in the future direction of the healthcare system in England

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Press release 06/11/2024

NHS Trusts urged to improve disciplinary processes as doctors report...

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NHS Trusts urged to improve disciplinary processes as doctors report ‘devastating’ impact on mental health

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NHS Trusts across England have been urged to ensure doctors are treated fairly and compassionately during disciplinary proceedings, as a new report reveals guidelines are often not adhered to.

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Articles and features 22/10/2024

HR Topic - How do I dismiss someone on probation?

HR Topic - How do I dismiss someone on probation?

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Staff dismissals can be a challenging process for both sides. In this article, Croner explores the legal routes a practice principal can take to ensure due process is observed.

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Articles and features 22/10/2024

HR Topic - How to manage absence and mental wellbeing

HR Topic - How to manage absence and mental wellbeing

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Managing absences and balancing the wellbeing of your dental staff doesn’t have to be a struggle. In this article, Medical Protection partner, Croner shares techniques to help ensure your team remains present and correct.

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Press release 15/10/2024

SAS doctors face harsher sanctions when unrepresented at medical trib...

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SAS doctors face harsher sanctions when unrepresented at medical tribunals

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SAS and locally employed doctors are twice as likely to not have legal representation when facing a MPTS hearing which is leading to harsher sanctions, according to figures obtained by Medical Protection Society.

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Articles and features 11/10/2024

Becoming and Being a SAS Doctor in a Senior Leadership Position

Becoming and Being a SAS Doctor in a Senior Leadership Position

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Dr Laura J. Hipple has worked as an Associate Specialist in North Cumbria since 2003, where she is currently also SAS doctor lead and tutor. She is also Vice President for Membership and Workforce at the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. As part of SAS Week 2024, Dr Hipple writes about her journey from studying medicine to becoming a SAS doctor in a senior leadership position.

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News and updates 12/09/2024

Revamp of regulations to certify cause of death

Revamp of regulations to certify cause of death

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As the new death certification regulations come into force, Medicolegal Consultant Dr Emma Davies looks at the implications for general practice staff.

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Press release 28/06/2024

Too many overseas trained doctors still not getting NHS induction the...

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Too many overseas trained doctors still not getting NHS induction they deserve

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More needs to be done to improve NHS inductions for international medical graduates, if we want the NHS and patients to continue benefiting from their expertise and contribution, according to Medical Protection

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Press release 10/06/2024

Medical Protection Society goes green

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Medical Protection Society goes green

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Medical Protection Society has announced significant progress towards achieving net zero emissions in its operations by 2027.

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Press release 13/05/2024

Medical Protection calls for accountability, wellbeing and workforce...

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Medical Protection calls for accountability, wellbeing and workforce to be key focus for next UK Government

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Medical Protection has released its Priorities for the Next Government report, calling on the next UK Government to prioritise critical issues currently impacting healthcare professionals and patients.

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Press release 16/04/2024

MPS Foundation funds vital research into health and wellbeing of priv...

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MPS Foundation funds vital research into health and wellbeing of private clinicians

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The MPS Foundation – a global not-for-profit research initiative that invests in research into patient safety and the wellbeing of healthcare professionals and teams – is funding research that will identify and manage work-related risks to mental health and wellbeing specifically for clinicians working in private practice.

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Press release 15/04/2024

MPS: Move to halt new NHS Practitioner Health registrations for secon...

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MPS: Move to halt new NHS Practitioner Health registrations for secondary care staff ‘extremely concerning’

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MPS has issued a response to the statement from NHS Practitioner Health that all new registrations for secondary care staff are to be halted following discussions with NHS England.

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