Junior Doctors Secure 22% Pay Rise, Rebrand as 'Resident Doctors'

The British Medical Association accepts a government pay deal, ending 18 months of strikes but warns of potential future action if pay doesn't keep pace with inflation.

Junior doctors in England have accepted a government pay offer of 22.3% over two years, concluding an 18-month dispute involving 11 strikes.
The rebranding from 'junior doctors' to 'resident doctors' aims to better reflect their expertise and align with international standards.
The pay deal includes a 4% backdated increase for 2023-24 and an 8% rise for 2024-25, following recommendations from an independent pay review body.
Despite the agreement, BMA leaders emphasize the need for continued above-inflation pay rises to prevent future strikes and address long-term pay erosion.
Industrial action in the NHS during the dispute is estimated to have cost taxpayers around £1.7 billion, highlighting the significant impact of the strikes.