Neil Gray hopeful agreement can be reached to stop doctor’s strike

Health secretary says there are areas for compromise, but any deal must be fair to all NHS staff.

The health secretary has told STV News he’s confident an agreement can be reached with resident doctors to prevent a planned strike over pay in January.

Neil Gray says there are areas for compromise, but any deal must be fair to all NHS staff.

Resident doctors, formerly known as junior doctors, say talks held this morning were “candid and constructive,” and will continue over the Christmas period.

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Last updated Dec 23rd, 2025 at 08:48

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