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First-Year Doctors in England Vote 97% for Strike

10/7/2025

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First-year doctors in England voted 97% in favor of strike action amid unemployment and training shortages.
The British Medical Association (BMA) reported 65% turnout and urged action.
A survey shows 34% of resident doctors lack employment, rising to 52% for second-year doctors.
Fletcher noted the National Health Service (NHS) plan adds 1,000 training places and 21% pay erosion since 2008.

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First-year doctors in England voted 97% in favor of strike action amid unemployment and training shortages.
The British Medical Association (BMA) reported 65% turnout and urged action.
A survey shows 34% of resident doctors lack employment, rising to 52% for second-year doctors.
Fletcher noted the National Health Service (NHS) plan adds 1,000 training places and 21% pay erosion since 2008.