Junior doctors in England demand 35% pay rise amid ongoing strikes

As junior doctors commence their 10th strike, the British Medical Association seeks a substantial pay increase to address more than a decade of below-inflation rises.

The British Medical Association (BMA) has instructed junior doctors to charge consultant rates during strikes, leading to concerns over NHS resource use.
Tens of thousands of junior doctors have begun a five-day strike, marking the tenth round of industrial action after failed talks with the Health Secretary.
More than 1.4 million NHS operations and appointments have been canceled due to the strikes, with significant disruptions to cancer care and routine hospital services.
The BMA demands a 35% pay rise for junior doctors, arguing it is necessary to restore pay to previous levels in real terms, despite an average 8.8% pay increase this year.
Health officials warn of 'inevitable' delays in patient care, urging both sides to resume negotiations to resolve the dispute.