No one has to work for the National Health Service. Many do because they enjoy the job or want to help others. On my best day, I might insert a nifty pun into a leader article or newsletter. A nurse will help save a life. But people still have to eat.
Public sector pay – and today’s strikes – are about more than headline salaries, though they matter, not least when inflation is running at double digits and some nurses are forced to use food banks. It is also vital for the recruitment and retention of staff.
