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The latest news, updates and statements from the Association of Breast Surgery.

New BCIR record type for historic and cosmetic tourism patients

A new record type has been added to the Breast and Cosmetic Implant Registry (BCIR).

Open letter to the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care on the regulation of high-risk cosmetic procedures

The Association of Breast Surgery has joined with surgical Royal Colleges, specialist associations and patient safety or...

Prevent Breast Cancer Scientific Advisory Board and Reviewer: Expressions of Interest

Calls for expressions of interest to the Prevent Breast Cancer Scientific Advisory Board

29th July 2026

Key messages for care of trans and gender diverse individuals in breast services

23rd July 2026

ABS responds to the NHS Staff Standards published in July 2026.

16th July 2026

ABS Educational Bursaries aim to raise the standards of breast care by supporting the education and training of ABS members.

25th June 2026

Applications invited for two Associate Surgical Specialty Leads in Breast Surgery.

12th June 2026

Our winners of the 2026 ABS Lifetime Achievement Award.

1st June 2026

Applications now open for the 2026 round.

25th May 2026

Association of Breast Surgery (ABS) was asked to appear on BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour on 19 May to discuss fibromyalgia and breast implant illness.