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We are seeking your views on the recently announced pay award from the government, for those of you working for the NHS, with Agenda for Change terms and conditions in England, Northern Ireland and Wales. 

We are navigating a highly active and fast‑moving food policy environment, with advertising restrictions and the new nutrient profile model.

At the end of January, the Senedd passed the Welsh Government’s final budget for 2026-27.

Members on Agenda for Change contracts in England, Wales and Northern Ireland will soon be consulted on a pay award of 3.3%, which the government shared with health unions this week.

We, in partnership with other health trade unions, have achieved a new mechanism for NHS mileage reimbursement through negotiations with the NHS staff council. 

Dr Samford Wong has received the Professional Achievement honour in recognition of over 10 years of exceptional work in nutrition and spinal cord injury (SCI).

Sarah has received the Edith Elliot Honour in recognition of her outstanding contribution to paediatric dietetics over more than five years locally and regionally in South West Thames.

Let’s look at how the Scottish budget is likely to impact the dietetic workforce and the BDA’s campaigns.

Wendy has received the Edith Elliot Honour in recognition of her significant and sustained personal commitment and contribution to the profession, in the field of paediatric diabetes dietetics.

The paper provides guidance for dietitians and other healthcare professionals on appropriate complementary feeding for infants, drawing on the most recent evidence on topics such as the optimal timing for introducing solid foods and the early introduction of potentially allergenic foods.

The BDA attends the recent session of the Health and Social Care Select Committee, where we contributed to discussions on the NHS 10-year workforce plan call for evidence.

Dietitians see the consequences of child poverty every day - in hunger, malnutrition, poor growth and widening health inequalities. As the Government publishes its Child Poverty Strategy, the BDA is setting out the work we’re doing to confront these challenges and what must happen next.

The BDA would like to congratulate member Rasleen Kahai, who was recognised at this year's HSJ Awards.

Over 225 attendees witnessed an incredible showcase of innovation and expertise at this year's Research Symposium.

A CSP collaboration has led to the launch of a new digital education programme that gives dietitians to digital and data knowledge and practical skills.

We are extremely excited to launch our new PENG e-Pocket Guide app - an essential resource to support your practice.

Share your experience of being a supplementary prescribing dietitian and help to build the case for independent prescribing.

The BDA has submitted a thorough and cohesive response, placing prevention and community-based care at the centre of its recommendations.

Two BDA members were recently awarded with Chief Allied Health Professions Officer (CAHPO) Awards for innovation and advancement in their fields.

The BDA would like to congratulate Pauline Douglas, BDA Fellow and former BDA Chair, for receiving The Patricia Blackburn Award at the Northern Ireland Advancing Healthcare Awards.