Heidi Alexander MP, Labour’s Shadow Health Secretary, commenting on the cross-party letter to Jeremy Hunt recommending piloting of a new junior doctors’ contract, said:
“This dispute has gone on for far too long and has caused distress for patients, doctors and everyone who cares about the NHS.
“Resolving this deadlock is now way beyond party politics, it is about finding a way to deliver safe care for patients in the weeks, months and years ahead.
“Jeremy Hunt now has a clear choice. He needs to do the right thing for patients and accept this cross-party proposal.”
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A copy of the letter can be viewed here: https://twitter.com/heidi_mp/status/723975175356710914