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Give your views on government pension tax relief reforms

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24 Aug 2015

The government has indicated possible large-scale reform on the tax relief offered on pensions contributions. The HCSA is seeking your view as part of a joint campaign with other unions. Take our two-minute survey to inform our response. Read more ››

HCSA launches campaign for a safe seven-day health service

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30 Jul 2015

HCSA general secretary Eddie Saville explains why the association has chosen the campaign slogan In favour of a safe seven-day service Read more ››

Hospital Consultants and Specialists Association response to DDRB report

News
16 Jul 2015

The HCSA calls for a central role in talks in order to safeguard members and patients in plans for seven-day service. Read more ››

HCSA announces free membership for new applicants

News
09 Jun 2015

The Hospital Consultants and Specialists Association, the only TUC-affiliated professional association for hospital doctors and trainees, has announced that from today it will waive 2014-15 joining fees to all new applicants amid a surge in interest from prospective mem… Read more ››

HCSA urges safeguards and a union role in ensuring NHS staff can raise concerns post-Francis Report

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04 Jun 2015

The UK's only TUC-affiliated union for senior doctors and specialty trainees sets out its vision for a robust independent system that empowers National Health Service employees to speak up in the spirit of the Francis report into whistleblowing. Read more ››

Clock ticking for Clinical Excellence Awards applications

News
11 May 2015

The clock is ticking for applications for the 2015 National Clinical Excellence Awards as the 17 June deadline approaches. Find out how to seek an HCSA nomination. Read more ››