Junior doctors begin fifth walkout

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Junior doctors are striking due to concerns over the conditions of their job, including overcrowded corridors and long waiting lists. Today’s Justin Webb speaks to Dr. Lucy Cocker and Dr. Adam Collins on why they chose to leave the NHS and move to Australia, where they say offers better prospects. Today’s Martha Kearney speaks to John Glen, the Chief Secretary to the Treasury on how he aims to address morale in the NHS and resolving the strikes. Image credit: PA