Cameron urges Doctors to call off strike

The transcript discusses a GP strike in response to pension changes requiring higher contributions, longer work periods, and reduced retirement benefits. The strike affects non-urgent medical services, with hospitals ensuring emergency care. Public opinion is divided, with some supporting doctors' need to voice concerns. The government and opposition urge the British Medical Association to halt the strike, highlighting doctors' relatively high pensions. The BMA argues the changes are unfair compared to civil servants. The government hopes public support will be limited due to doctors' generous pensions.

What are the main reasons for the doctors' strike?

• Doctors want better working conditions.

• Doctors want higher salaries.

• Doctors are unhappy with pension changes.

• Doctors demand more vacation days.

What is the potential impact of the doctors' strike on medical services?

• Routine appointments may be canceled.

• All medical services will be halted.

• No impact on medical services.

• Only emergency services will be affected.

How does the government view the doctors' pension compared to the private sector?

• Doctors' pensions are less than those in the private sector.

• Doctors' pensions are not a concern for the government.

• Doctors' pensions are more generous than those in the private sector.

• Doctors' pensions are similar to those in the private sector.

What is the BMA's main argument against the government's pension offer?

• Doctors will have better benefits than civil servants.

• Doctors will receive less than civil servants.

• Doctors will have to contribute more than civil servants.

• Doctors will retire earlier than civil servants.

What is the expected pension for doctors under the new deal?

• £68,000 a year

• £100,000 a year

• £50,000 a year

• £34,000 a year