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UK doctors reject IHRA definition and back protections for staff speaking on Palestine
The British Medical Association (BMA) has voted to reject the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism, citing its 'chilling effect' on workplace free speech. The BMA called for protections and guidance for healthcare workers facing disciplinary action for expressing political views on international conflicts, including Palestine and Israel.
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