On GMB today, I spoke about a really important point that often gets lost in the headlines: Doctors are contractually and professionally obligated to return to work if an emergency staffing situation arises during strike action. This isn’t optional. It’s written into our contracts, mandated by NHS trusts, and overseen by the BMA in coordination with hospitals. Emergency rotas, derogations, and recall systems are all in place to make sure critical and life-saving services are always covered. Doct

34K views · 1.6K reactions | "Workers have one form of power and that is collective bargaining. Every right we have as workers in this country has been secured by playing hardball." Ash Sarkar on the importance of strike action. #TyskySour | Novara Media | Facebook