Junior Doctors in England and Wales Escalate Strikes Over Pay Disputes

Thousands of junior doctors across England and Wales have initiated new rounds of strikes, demanding significant pay increases amid ongoing disputes with their respective governments.

Junior doctors in England are striking for five days, starting Saturday, in a bid for a 35% pay increase, marking the 10th strike since March 2023.
In Wales, over 3,000 junior doctors have begun a three-day strike, with the Welsh government offering a 5% pay increase, which the doctors have rejected.
The strikes are expected to disrupt hospital appointments and waiting times, with emergency care and high-priority patients being prioritized.
The British Medical Association argues that junior doctors' pay has significantly dropped in real terms over the last 15 years, leading to the current industrial action.
Health officials in both England and Wales have expressed disappointment over the strikes, emphasizing the strain on NHS services and urging for a resolution.