# BMA Cuts Staff Amid Pay Deal | London News

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Podcast: [London News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/london-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7573121)
Published: 2026-07-04T10:16:08+00:00
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The British Medical Association is cutting up to 200 jobs—possibly a third of its staff—despite having 200,000 members, sparking outrage as it happens just after doctors accepted a new pay deal following costly strikes. The union, financially strained and reliant on millions from the British Medical Journal, claims only 20 roles will be lost, mostly voluntarily, but staff have already voted no confidence in leadership. Critics call it hypocritical, arguing the BMA would never tolerate such cuts from a hospital. The restructuring aims to focus on campaigning and reduce support roles, with negotiations ongoing alongside the GMB union. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/02f36d0fea71fcc0

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