GPs & Surgeons taking strike action today

The video discusses a doctor strike affecting urgent medical care appointments due to pension disputes. Doctors are upset about increased contributions and longer work periods, viewing it as unfair since the pension scheme is in surplus. The government warns of potential cancellations of operations and appointments. Public opinion is largely against the strike, viewing it as risky for patients. Some practices, like in Norfolk, refuse to strike, prioritizing patient care. Hospitals assure that many operations will proceed as planned.

What is one of the main reasons for the doctors' strike?

• Demand for more vacation days

• Increased working hours without additional pay

• Changes to their pension contributions

• Lack of medical supplies

How does the public generally feel about the doctors' strike?

• They are unaware of it

• They oppose it by a margin of two to one

• They are indifferent

• They overwhelmingly support it

What type of patients are still being seen during the strike?

• Only pediatric patients

• Only patients with appointments

• Only emergency patients

• Only new patients

What is the stance of some doctors at the Norfolk practice regarding the strike?

• They fully support the strike

• They believe it's wrong to involve patients

• They are undecided about the strike

• They are striking for better pay

What assurance is given to patients regarding their appointments?

• All appointments are canceled

• Only emergency appointments are canceled

• Appointments will proceed unless notified otherwise

• All appointments are rescheduled