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BMA Doctors Back Further NHS Action
2 Feb
Summary
- Resident doctors in England have voted for further industrial action.
- A 93% majority favored continuing strikes over pay and jobs.
- The BMA sees potential for a resolution with improved government tone.
Resident doctors in England have signaled their intent to continue industrial action for at least the next six months. This decision comes after a recent ballot conducted by the British Medical Association, where an impressive 93% of voting medics supported further strikes.
The turnout for this crucial ballot stood at 53%, indicating significant engagement from the medical community. The ongoing dispute centers on pay and job security within the National Health Service.
Despite the vote for continued action, Dr. Jack Fletcher, chair of the BMA's resident doctors committee, expressed cautious optimism. He noted an "improved approach in tone" from the government recently and believes a resolution is attainable. "A deal is there to be done: a new jobs package and an offer raising pay fairly over several years can be worked out through good will on both sides," he stated.
Dr. Fletcher stressed that the outcome of the ballot does not automatically guarantee more strikes, suggesting that continued dialogue and mutual effort could lead to an agreement beneficial for patients, staff, and the NHS as a whole.
