Hospital consultants gearing up to join resident doctors in striking over pay

M

Master C

UK's Doctor Strike Crisis Escalates as Consultants Prepare to Join Resident Doctors in Widespread Disruption.

Thousands of resident doctors are set to go on strike for the 13th time this year, starting Friday morning, amid a growing pay dispute with the government. The British Medical Association (BMA) is demanding a 26% increase in pay since 2008/09, while the Department of Health and Social Care has offered only a 4% rise.

The situation is becoming increasingly tense as hospital consultants are now set to join their junior colleagues in striking over pay. Consultants will strike for the first time if they do not receive a more substantial raise, which could lead to further disruption in the already strained NHS.

A hardline approach by resident doctors has led to increased pressure on the government, with many expecting that consultants will adopt a similar stance. The BMA's consultants committee is pushing for a 5.5% rise this year and a further 1.5% increase, citing their work as being of vital importance.

The NHS Confederation warned that any strikes by consultants would be "a bitter pill" for already-strained health service staff to swallow, especially during the winter months. The union is pushing back against the government's attacks on its leadership, accusing them of acting like a "cartel".

Strikes since 2022 have already caused significant disruption in the NHS, forcing over 1.7 million outpatient appointments and operations to be rescheduled. The BMA maintains that all doctors deserve to see the value of their salaries restored.

The government's promise to cut treatment delays has come under threat as strikes by doctors continue to disrupt services. With thousands of residents on strike this week, and consultants poised to join them soon, it appears the NHS is facing a perfect storm of disruption that will test the limits of the already stretched healthcare system.
 
I feel so bad for these docs 😔 They've been putting their lives on hold for years, literally 13 times this year alone, and still they're not getting the recognition or pay they deserve 💸 The 4% offer from the government is just not enough, I think it's time for a bigger raise 🤑 Consultants joining the strike will add to the chaos, but at least they'll be standing up for their own worth 💪 The NHS is already stretched thin, can't take much more of this 🤯
 
🚨 I'm getting worried about our NHS 🤕! The strikes by resident doctors have been going on for ages, but this new move by consultants to join them in striking over pay makes me think it's gonna get even worse ⛈️. With all these docs walking out, who's gonna take care of the patients? It's like we're playing a game of musical chairs, but instead of chairs, it's people's lives 🕰️. The government needs to sit down with the BMA and sort this out ASAP 🤝, or we'll see more hospitals closing and people suffering because they can't get the care they need 💔. We need to take a step back and think about how we're gonna keep our NHS running if docs just walk out on us 😬.
 
Ugh 🤯, can you believe this? Docs are already stressed out working crazy hours & now they're fighting for a fair salary increase too 💸. 26% seems like a lot but considering inflation and the NHS's budget constraints, I guess it's doable 😬. The gov's offer of 4% is just not enough 🤦‍♀️, they need to step up their game. And yeah, consultants joining in on strike won't help matters 💔. Winter months are coming & we don't wanna see patients suffer because of this power struggle 💊. What's the plan here? More strikes or a fair pay rise? 🤝
 
🤕 This doctor strike situation in the UK is getting really crazy... I mean, 13 strikes this year? That's like, what's going on over there? 😩 They're basically saying they're not getting paid enough for their work, and it's like, yeah, I get that. Doctors are lifesavers, right? 🌟 But the government is being super stubborn about it. Like, a 26% pay rise is huge! 🤑 The NHS is already struggling, and now with consultants joining the strike, it's gonna be a nightmare to deal with. 🤯 And what really gets me is how the government's trying to take on the unions, calling them a "cartel". Um, isn't that kind of like... union-bashing? 😒 Anyway, gotta feel for the doctors and patients who are getting caught in the middle of this mess. Praying they can get something sorted out soon! 🙏
 
I don’t usually comment but... I feel bad for the doctors, I really do 🤕. They've been working non-stop for years and it's not fair that they're still not getting paid enough. The government's offer is just a joke, 4% is peanuts compared to what they need. I'm worried about the patients, though - these strikes are going to cause so much disruption... my grandma was due for surgery last month but they had to reschedule it because of all the cancellations 😩. It's like the system is failing everyone. And now consultants are joining in, that just adds to the problem. I wish there was a way to resolve this without all the drama and disruption 🤦‍♀️.
 
I'm getting old enough to remember when the NHS was still in its infancy 🤯! It's crazy to think that we're at this point again, with another wave of strikes threatening to cripple the service. I feel for the patients, who are already bearing the brunt of the system's shortcomings. The fact that consultants are now joining the junior docs on strike just shows how desperate they've become 🤕.

The government's stance on this is a tough nut to crack – they're not budging on the pay increase, but I get why the docs are pushing back. It's not like they're asking for the moon here; a 26% rise since 2008/09 seems like a pretty reasonable demand 😒. And yeah, I can see how the NHS Confederation's warnings about strikes by consultants being "a bitter pill" to swallow would be valid.

One thing that really gets my goat is how much this whole saga highlights just how underfunded and understaffed the NHS still is 🤦‍♀️. It's not like we're asking for much – just a fair salary, decent working conditions, and maybe some extra funding to help alleviate the pressures on the system 💸.

I'm all for a good debate about healthcare funding and policy, but at what point do we need to come together as a society to fix this? The NHS is a national treasure, after all – let's hope we can sort this out without too much more disruption 🤞
 
🤕 I'm getting so frustrated with this UK doctor strike crisis! It's like they're being held hostage by the government over pay increases 🤑. 26% increase, BMA wants and consultants are about to join them for more... meanwhile NHS is suffering 😩. Winter months are coming, hospitals will be overwhelmed, patients are gonna suffer 🤕. What's the UK gov really worried about? Restoring dignity in medical work or just saving pennies? 💸 The BMA's got a point tho, doctors deserve better 💯.
 
I'm getting pretty worried about the state of the NHS 🤕. 13 strikes in one year? It's like they're just throwing their hands up and saying "enough is enough". I feel for the patients, not being able to get appointments or operations done as planned.

I think it's crazy that the government is trying to strong-arm the BMA into accepting a 4% rise. That's barely keeping pace with inflation, let alone covering the cost of living. And now consultants are joining in? It's like they're saying "sorry, we can't take this any more".

I know doctors work hard and deserve good pay, but this is getting out of hand. The NHS Confederation is right to warn about a "bitter pill" - it's already reeling from all the strikes. Winter will be a disaster if they don't get their act together.

The government needs to step up and negotiate with the BMA, not try to attack their leadership 🤝. It's time for some real compromise before things get really out of hand 🚨.
 
🤔 I'm starting to think these doctor strikes are getting out of hand... Like, 13 times this year? Can't they just have a decent conversation about pay without all the drama 🚨? And what's up with the government not budging on that 26% increase? It feels like they're just stringing them along 🤷‍♀️. I get it, doctors are essential and deserve fair pay, but this is causing so much disruption... 🚑 Hospitals can't keep up with appointments and ops getting rescheduled because of these strikes. Maybe it's time for the government to throw in a few more bones 🍖️ to keep things smooth? 💸
 
I feel bad for these docs 😔 they've been working hard for years and deserve some decent pay. I don't blame them for pushing back against the gov 🙅‍♂️, it's like they're saying 'Hey, we're not just medical professionals, we're also human beings with families to support'. The NHS is already understaffed, so this strike could get ugly 💔 but at least they're standing up for themselves. I hope the gov takes their demands seriously and doesn't just sweep it under the rug 🚮. It's not about being 'difficult' or 'union-thugs', it's about fair pay and recognition for a job well done 👍
 
This is getting crazy 🤯! I'm worried about the NHS, they're already struggling to keep up with demand. If consultants join in striking, it's gonna be even worse 😬. The gov't needs to take a closer look at what's going on and sort out those pay rises ASAP 💸. 26% is still a pretty big ask, but I guess that's why they're calling it a "dispute" 🤔... can we just get some common sense here? 😩
 
I'm so worried about our healthcare system 😟... 13th time this year? That's insane! I feel for all those doctors who are fighting for fair pay and recognition of their hard work. It's not just about the money, though - it's about respect and appreciation for everything they do to keep us healthy 🤕.

I can see both sides of the argument, but at the end of the day, someone's gotta make a change 🔄... The government needs to step up and offer better pay and benefits. Consultants joining the strike is a huge deal - it shows how serious things are getting ⚠️.

What's really concerning me is what this means for patients like my mom who relies on the NHS 😩... She's got chronic health issues and needs constant care. I just hope they can sort out this mess ASAP 💨. Can we please get some stability back in the healthcare system? 🤞
 
Ugh, can't believe the state of our NHS 🤕... I mean, I get that doctors are worth more than 4% pay rise, but 26% is steep, right? 💸 Still, don't wanna be a heartless person, gotta feel for them too. Consultants joining the strike now is gonna make it even harder for patients to get help. 🤦‍♂️ What's worrying me most is that they're not just fighting for themselves, but for their junior colleagues as well... hospital staff are already under so much pressure. 🚑 Do we really need another crisis? 😩
 
🤯 This doc strike crisis is getting out of hand, fam! I'm not surprised that consultants are jumping ship too – they're basically saying their work is worth way more than what's being offered. 26% is a big ask, but honestly, it's not like doctors can just magically earn more without some serious investment from the government.

The thing is, the NHS is already in shambles. I mean, we've all seen those long queues and cancelled appointments. If consultants aren't getting paid what they're worth, how are we supposed to trust that patient care will be good? It's a catch-22 situation – doctors need better pay to keep up with inflation, but the government isn't willing to cough up.

The timing of this is also super tricky. Winter's already coming, and the NHS is gonna be super stretched out trying to deal with flu season and all that jazz. Strikes are just gonna add fuel to the fire, making things even worse for patients.

It's a classic case of the government playing hardball – they're not listening to the docs' concerns, but then act like they're being unreasonable. The BMA needs to keep pushing for better pay, but I get why NHS staff is getting frustrated too.
 
omg i cant believe its gonna be 13th time resident docs are strikin this year 🤯 NHS is literally at breaking point rn! what r u guys think about consultants joinin in on the strike? shouldnt they get a decent pay rise too? 💸👨‍⚕️ 1.7 million appointments rescheduled already and it's only gonna get worse if gov dont take doctors seriously 👀 https://www.bbc.com/news/health-59312917
 
Ugh, I'm getting so tired of these doctor's strikes 🤕. On one hand, 26% might seem like a lot, but have you seen the cost of living in the UK lately? Doctors are basically begging for a decent salary after years of struggling to make ends meet 💸. And 4% just isn't gonna cut it anymore.

But on the other hand, I get that hospitals are already super strained and we don't want any more disruption 🚨. It's like they're trying to break some kind of record for most appointments cancelled in one week 📈. And what about all those patients who can't just go to the pub or something while their appointment gets rescheduled? 🍺

I feel like the government needs to step up and offer a more substantial raise, but at the same time, I don't want to see consultants walking out on us either 😬. It's like they're caught in this vicious cycle of "we need money" vs "our services are already breaking". Gah, it just gets me so frustrated! 😩
 
I'm getting really worried about the state of the NHS 🤕. It seems like the government is playing hardball with doctors' salaries, and it's only going to get worse. I mean, 4% rise? That's not even inflation-adjusted, let alone a real increase in value. And now consultants are joining the junior docs on strike... that's just devastating 🚑💉. The NHS is already stretched thin, what with the winter months coming up and all... do we really need to see any more disruption? 🤦‍♂️ I'm not sure how much longer the staff can keep going without a decent pay rise. And what about patient care? It's gotta be tough for them to deal with strikes like this too 😓.
 
The UK's doctor strike crisis is getting really out of hand 🤕. I feel for all the patients who are going to be affected by these strikes. The government needs to step in and negotiate with the doctors ASAP. A 26% pay rise is a big ask, but it's not like they're asking for the moon. It's just about fair compensation for their hard work.

The fact that consultants are now joining the strike is super concerning 🤔. If they don't get their demands met, it could lead to even more chaos in the NHS. The government can't keep pushing back on the union's claims and expecting them to just roll over. It's like playing a game of tug-of-war, but with people's lives at stake.

I'm not sure what the solution is here 🤷‍♂️, but something needs to be done pronto. The NHS is already under so much pressure, and these strikes are just adding fuel to the fire 🔥. I hope both sides can find a way to compromise before it's too late 💔.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top