nomdeplume
In the UK some doctors are on strike concerning changes to their pension arrangements. They have to contribute more and retire later as do many other people. Their final pension will be about £ 60,000 pa index linked. To me this seems very generous as my wife and I live comfortably on about half this amount.
Opinions please.
7 Answers
Bob/PKB
Best answer!
Many professions, as you said, are paying more into their retirement funds and working to a more senior age. Why these doctors should think they should be immune from "the times" baffles me, but I sure wouldn't want a doctor in charge of my well-being if (s)he was P.O. about being there.
As far as their right to strike, I would support that. It sounds like it was done in a very organized and respectful way; too bad it was construed as a "non-event". The issue was brought to light, and the doctors did not compromise their patients' well-being in doing so. If anything, I would be likely to be more supportive of their strike because they maintained their integrity.
| 12 years ago. Rating: 5 | |
Shootah
A lot probably depends upon what part of the world we are talking about. But, if that is what they need to do, I hope someone is listening and remedies the situation quickly for the sake of those who need them. For doctors to even mention this option, they must be feeling very aggreived.
| 12 years ago. Rating: 10 | |
But, on the other hand, if a person's first interest is in making money, perhaps they should have considered another field to work in. Without fully understanding the cost of living there, it is really hard to get a feel for it.
Ed1530
sunnyB
No they should not, If they had paid all the money into their pension themselves, then thay are entitled to what ever their pensions are worth, but most of the money is paid in by the tax payer, as with all public service workers. I have been selfemployed all my life,and now my wife and I have to live on £14,000 per year between us.
| 12 years ago. Rating: 9 | |
millie111
Yes I believe (Here In the UK),,,they have every right to strike!!...They end their training with debts often in excess of £30k...the juniours work on call regularly for 36 hours plus....The Government is using the GUILT card....The strikes here have been well managed imo...eg routine clinic appts put on hold,,,Dr`s are available to treat emergencies..not leaving people to die!..In fact i passed by my GP`S surgery yesterday and saw the receptionists and nurses were there..(I put in for a repeat script)..I asked the receptionists how the day was going and they said extra busy answering phone enquiries..but hospitals,E.R`s and other emergencies were all being dealt with as normal...OF COURSE!!!:-)
| 12 years ago. Rating: 9 | |
jhharlan
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