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Health Secretary Slams BMA Amid NHS Strike Threat

11/13/2025

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Health Secretary Wes Streeting criticized the British Medical Association (BMA) ahead of a strike.
He accused the BMA of acting like a cartel and holding the NHS hostage.
He rejected the BMA's pay-negotiation demands, citing recent rises for resident doctors.
He condemned the BMA's opposition to higher taxes on the wealthy.
The BMA defended its stance, saying it fights for doctors' rights and notes pay issues.

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Health Secretary Wes Streeting criticized the British Medical Association (BMA) ahead of a strike.
He accused the BMA of acting like a cartel and holding the NHS hostage.
He rejected the BMA's pay-negotiation demands, citing recent rises for resident doctors.
He condemned the BMA's opposition to higher taxes on the wealthy.
The BMA defended its stance, saying it fights for doctors' rights and notes pay issues.