Junior doctors launch three-day strike

The video discusses the challenges faced by junior doctors in the UK, including a 26% pay cut over 15 years, leading to financial struggles and a retention crisis. Many doctors are leaving for better opportunities abroad. Despite efforts to engage the government in dialogue since August 2022, there has been little progress. The NHS is experiencing a severe crisis, with a significant backlog and junior doctors leaving in large numbers. The Royal College of Emergency Medicine estimates that 300-500 people die unnecessarily each week due to the state of emergency departments. Junior doctors are striking for 72 hours to demand change, with consultants providing cover.

What percentage of pay cuts have junior doctors faced over the last 15 years?

• 50%

• 26%

• 15%

• 35%

What is one of the main reasons junior doctors are leaving the NHS?

• Poor working conditions

• Insufficient training opportunities

• Better work-life balance abroad

• Lack of job security

What percentage of junior doctors are struggling to pay rent or mortgage bills?

• 30%

• 40%

• 50%

• 60%

What has been the government's response to the junior doctors' demands?

• Immediate action

• Increased funding

• No mandate for negotiations

• Meaningful dialogue

How many people are estimated to be dying unnecessarily each week due to the state of emergency departments?

• 100-200

• 200-300

• 300-500

• 500-700