Resident doctors take strike action over pay
The BMA said there will "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care" but "patient safety will still be prioritised".
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"Doctors in Northern Ireland are lowest paid in these islands and we have been trying to work with the minister and the department of health to rectify that."
— Dr David Farren , Activist
"The onus is now firmly on government to engage urgently and meaningfully and present a credible way forward to avert strike action."
— Dr Steven Montgomery , Activist
"If I could pay the doctors more than 3.5% then I would be very happy to do so."
— Mike Nesbitt , Politician
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The BMA said there will "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care" but "patient safety will still be prioritised".
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