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Community & HumanityTuesday 30 June 2026

Resident doctors across England have accepted a government pay offer that will see their salaries jump by an average of 35.2% compared with four years ago, marking a significant win after a grueling series of strikes that disrupted NHS services.

The agreement comes as a relief to the health service and the medical profession alike. Over the past years, strikes by junior doctors have cost the NHS roughly £1 billion, reflecting the deep frustration over working conditions and compensation. This new deal addresses those longstanding grievances and promises improved job security alongside the substantial pay increases. Read the full story →

Today's takeaway: When workers and government listen to each other, real solutions emerge—and the NHS can focus its energy on caring for patients rather than managing conflict.

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