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MDDUS responds to Chancellor’s Mansion House Speech

Chris Kenny, Chief Executive, said:​ “This vote of confidence by the government in the mutual sector and its distinctive democratic and member-focused ethos is very welcome."

  • 15 November 2024
  • Press release

MDDUS named Workplace/Employer of the Year at Scottish HR Network Awards

Kim Johnstone, Director of People and Corporate Services, said: “This award is a testament to the outstanding people at MDDUS who make it a brilliant place to work."

  • 15 November 2024
  • Press release

Every death during a fitness to practise investigation is one too many

MDDUS responds to the GDC’s report on dental professionals who have died while FtP concerns were investigated.

  • 05 November 2024
  • Press release

Doctors' body responds to GMC report that discrimination in medicine is ‘persistent and pernicious’

Dr Naeem Nazem, head of medical at MDDUS, said: “Our own research shines a light on the harsh reality of working life for many doctors, particularly those who qualified overseas and now work in the NHS."

  • 17 October 2024
  • Press release

MDDUS makes new Director appointments following AGM

New appointees extend the strength and experience of the Board

  • 02 October 2024
  • Press release

MDDUS successfully defends £2.7m clinical negligence claim against emergency surgeon

MDDUS Director of Professional Services and General Counsel, Emma Parfitt said: “This case provides a clear reference point for medical defence, setting a precedent that will be referenced for years to come."

  • 16 September 2024
  • Press release

Royal Award recognises MDDUS’ exceptional workplace training

Dr Naeem Nazem, head of medical at MDDUS, said: "By investing in our colleagues, we’ve developed an expert team ready to provide advice to our growing membership."

  • 20 August 2024
  • Press release

Streeting's zero-tolerance stance on racism against NHS staff is 'entirely accurate', says MDDUS

MDDUS Chief Executive, Chris Kenny, said: "This commitment to zero-tolerance directly addresses one of the five key asks for the new government we published last month."

  • 06 August 2024
  • Press release

MDDUS condemns 'appalling' racist and Islamophobic attacks on healthcare workers

MDDUS Chief Executive, Chris Kenny, said: "There is no excuse or justification for what has been happening on our streets. All healthcare workers deserve to go to work in safety and without fear of abuse or attack."

  • 05 August 2024
  • Press release

MDDUS calls for clinical negligence reform

Dr John Holden, Chief Medical Officer at MDDUS, responds to the NHS Resolution Annual Report for 2023/24

  • 25 July 2024
  • Press release

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