Summary: Junior doctors in the UK are considering leaving for opportunities abroad due to significantly better pay. Higher pay in foreign countries is enticing, but the increased cost of living poses challenges. Government allocation of £1 billion for potential strike coverage sparks criticism among junior doctors. The dilemma between better pay and quality of life continues, leaving junior doctors uncertain about their futures. ...

Summary: Hospital consultants in England strike for the first time in ten years, demanding better pay and improved working conditions. The government's acceptance of the 6% pay review body recommendation is seen as inadequate by consultants, who are facing a 35% pay erosion over the last 15 years. Trust leaders express concern over the potential impact of the strike on patient care, with nearly three-quarters of a million appointments canceled in the past eight months due to industrial action. ...