Partha Kar: Prioritising UK medical graduates could be a risky reset

BMJ 2026 Open access

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Authors: Partha Kar
DOI: 10.1136/bmj.s80
Cited by: 3
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Abstract

Partha Kar: Prioritising UK medical graduates could be a risky reset Partha Kar consultant in diabetes and endocrinologyThe government has now made explicit its intention to prioritise UK graduates for NHS training posts. 1 2 The bill, introduced by the health secretary, Wes Streeting, represents a decisive shift in workforce policy, responding to growing frustration over competition for posts, alongside ongoing industrial disputes.3 While its stated aim-aligning medical training with national workforce needs-is understandable, the practical consequences may prove more problematic than anticipated.

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Healthcare Systems and Challenges Medical Education and Admissions Diversity and Career in Medicine

Publication details

Journal / source
BMJ
Publisher
BMJ
Volume
392
Pages
s80–s80
Publication date
15 January 2026
Language
EN