Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England are set to strike for four days in June, marking the 16th walkout in an ongoing dispute over pay and working conditions. The BMA claims that despite recent pay increases, doctors are still earning significantly less than they did in 2008 when adjusted for inflation. The government maintains that current pay levels are fair and has criticized the BMA for its strike actions.
- ▪Resident doctors in England will strike for four days starting June 15.
- ▪The BMA argues that despite a 33% pay rise over the past four years, doctors' earnings are still lower than in 2008 when adjusted for inflation.
- ▪The government has stated that further substantial pay increases are not on the table.
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Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?9 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEPAResident doctors in England will strike for four days in June - the 16th walkout in a long-running dispute over pay and working conditions. The BMA, which represents doctors, criticised the new Health Secretary for displaying "the same unwillingness to move" as his predecessor, but James Murray said the union's demands were "unrealistic, unaffordable and unsustainable".The NHS urged patients not to put off seeking help during previous strikes, telling those with emergency and urgent needs to use 999 and 111 as normal.Resident doctors to strike for 16th time over payWho are resident doctors, previously called junior doctors?Resident doctors are qualified doctors who have…
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