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Resident Doctors in England Strike for 15th Time Over Pay

4/11/2026

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Resident doctors in England are striking for the 15th time over pay and job security.
Dr. Jack Fletcher, of the British Medical Association’s resident doctors’ committee, says the government cut the offer.
The Department of Health and Social Care disputes this, saying the deal was always a three-year plan.
Fletcher warns strikes will continue until a 26% pay rise is met, despite new legislation prioritizing UK-trained doctors for specialist training.

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Resident doctors in England are striking for the 15th time over pay and job security.
Dr. Jack Fletcher, of the British Medical Association’s resident doctors’ committee, says the government cut the offer.
The Department of Health and Social Care disputes this, saying the deal was always a three-year plan.
Fletcher warns strikes will continue until a 26% pay rise is met, despite new legislation prioritizing UK-trained doctors for specialist training.