Dr Vishal Sharma, BMA consultants committee chair, said: “We’ve reached this point not just through our tough negotiations with the Government, but thanks to the resolve of consultants, who took the difficult decision to strike, and did so safely and effectively, on multiple occasions, sending a clear message that they would not back down.” Source … Read more
Like TV presenter Kate Garraway, other families are struggling with the cost of care. Source link
The British Dental Association says increasing the treatment rate would provide a short-term fix in England. Source link
“Ultimately, each consultant will have their own decision to make, but the BMA’s consultants committee believes the offer marks significant progress in reaching our aims of reforming the pay review process and preventing further pay cuts,” Dr Sharma said. Source link
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah during the inauguration of the State Government Employees Conference, by Karnataka State Government Employees’ Association, at Palace Grounds, in Bengaluru on February 27, 2024, Tuesday. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who inaugurated a State-level convention of Government Employees’ Association, assured them of taking a positive decision on their pay … Read more
Under the offer staff would receive a pay uplift of 5% and a one-off payment of £1,505. Source link
NHS bosses warn of significant disruption to services in England during the five-day walkout. Source link
The vote in favour of a strike could see junior doctors take part in a 24-hour walkout in March. Source link
The system of banding doctors was also to be streamlined. The change was designed to ensure consultants spend less time on the bottom band and rise to the top more quickly, which it is hoped will help women who have taken time out to have, and care for, children. Source link
The ballot announced on Monday will run for six weeks and could result in a 24-hour walk-out. Source link