Doctors join picket lines as strikes continue

The video discusses the ongoing strike by consultants due to a 35% pay erosion over 15 years, caused by government inaction and interference in the pay review process. Despite attempts to negotiate, the government has not engaged meaningfully, leading to a staffing crisis in the NHS as consultants and junior doctors consider leaving for better opportunities abroad. The video highlights the impact on patient care and the need for fair pay to retain medical professionals.

What are the long-term implications of the current strike for the future of the NHS?

What has been the government's response to the pay review recommendations?

How do the pay conditions for doctors in the UK compare to those in other developed countries?