Talk:British Medical Association

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Criticism

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Could we see a section added entitled "Criticism" examining the various conflicts that have arisen between the BMA's function as a trade union serving doctors' interests versus its regulatory function protecting patients/disciplining doctors.

The BMA has no regulatory function - that is the General Medical Council which is quite separate

[edit] Foundation

The BMA website says:

"An outline history of the British Medical Association The British Medical Association (BMA) was founded by Sir Charles Hastings (1794-1866) at a meeting in the Board Room of Worcester Infirmary on 19th July 1832. 50 doctors were present to hear Hastings propose the inauguration of an Association both friendly and scientific. Called the Provincial Medical and Surgical Association (PMSA) until 1856, the Association's objectives were to promote the medical and allied sciences and to maintain the honour and interests of the medical profession - aims which remain the same today. The Association was registered as a company limited by guarantee in 1874 and became listed as a Trade Union under the Trade Union and Labour Relations Act 1974."

The WP article appears to place doubt on this statement.

Who is right, please? === Vernon White (talk) 23:06, 28 February 2007 (UTC)