BMA’s five year training threshold for international medical graduates could face legal challenge

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Authors: Matthew Limb
DOI: 10.1136/bmj-2026-100238
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Abstract

BMA's five year training threshold for international medical graduates could face legal challenge Matthew LimbMinisters are being urged not to adopt a controversial BMA proposal that international medical graduates (IMGs) should have five years' NHS experience before they can access training posts.Department of Health and Social Care.Medical Training (Prioritisation) Bill: impact statement.14 Jan 2026.https://www.gov.uk/government/publica- tions/impact-statement

Fields of Study & Subjects

Global Health Workforce Issues Medical Education and Admissions Healthcare Systems and Challenges

Publication details

Journal / source
BMJ
Publisher
BMJ
Volume
394
Pages
e100238–e100238
Publication date
9 July 2026
Language
EN