"Dr. Jack Fletcher accused the government of playing games and forcing resident doctors to embark on their 15th strike over pay and jobs, disrupting the NHS this week."
"Fletcher warned that resident doctors in England would keep on striking until their legal mandate to do so expires in August unless Streeting meets their demands for a 26% pay rise."
"Polling shows public opinion, which favoured junior doctors' pay claim when they first went on strike over this pay demand in 2023, is now firmly against resident doctors."
"Fletcher believes Streeting only improves what he is offering resident doctors when they strike, leaving open the possibility of residents staging a strike."
The government reduced its financial offer, causing resident doctors to strike for the 15th time over pay and job security. Dr. Jack Fletcher criticized the government for undermining negotiations and damaging public trust. He stated that doctors would continue striking until their demands for a 26% pay rise and increased training places are met. Public opinion has shifted against the doctors despite their previous support. The strikes have significantly impacted NHS services, costing an estimated £3 billion and leading to the rescheduling of numerous appointments and procedures.
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