The BMA is running an essay competition on the subject of ‘justice and fairness in medical practice and policy’, looking for ethical reasoning to address a contemporary, practical problem in medicine. Entrants are asked to submit a 500-word abstract, by 30 January.

Those shortlisted will be invited to write a 5000-word essay, with a winning prize of £4000. Those shortlisted will also win a prize of £100, providing they submit a full essay.

You don’t need to be a BMA member to enter the competition. Find out more information and the full terms and conditions can be found at www.bma.org.uk/ethicsessay