Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Public Support for Resident Doctors' Strikes Declines
Doctors, also known as resident doctors, are planning to strike because they want a pay raise.
They say their money hasn't kept up with how much things cost.
Some people used to support them, but now, more people disagree with the strikes.
The government and the doctors aren't getting along.
Some people worry that the strikes might make people lose trust in the doctors.
The doctors want more money, but some people think it might not be the right time for a big raise.
Public support for resident doctors' strikes has decreased since May.
The BMA is planning industrial action due to demands for a 29% pay raise.
Discussions between the BMA and government have reportedly broken down.
Resident doctors claim inflation has eroded their salaries.
Some sources express concern that further strikes could damage public trust.
- Who
- Resident doctors and the British Medical Association.
- What
- Resident doctors are planning industrial action.
- When
- Industrial action is planned to begin on Friday.
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Why
- Demands for a 29% pay raise, with discussions breaking down with the government.
Supporters
Critics
Pay and Negotiation Tactics
Supporters
Resident doctors are underpaid due to inflation.
Critics
The BMA has been 'insufferable' in their demands.
Impact of Strikes
Supporters
Strikes are necessary to defend the state of the service.
Critics
Further strikes could end up squandering bedside trust and respect.
- Public Support (Now)
- 34% in favor
- Public Opposition (Now)
- 52%
- Pay Raise Demand
- 29%
- Doctors' Title
- Resident doctors (formerly junior doctors)