Union bosses have condemned a 4.5% pay rise for NHS medical and dental staff in Scotland as "hugely disappointing".The British Medical Association (BMA) said the offer equates to a "large real-terms pay cut" as UK inflation hits its highest level in 40 years.
Members will be consulted on further steps, the union added. Health Secretary Humza Yousaf praised the "tireless" work of NHS staff during the coronavirus pandemic.
He said the uplift demonstrates the Scottish government values the "important contribution" of medical and dental staff.READ MORE: NHS Tayside is first health authority in Scotland to maintain top UNICEF awardNHS medical and dental staff in Scotland have been awarded a 4.5% pay rise.
Dentists and GPs are among those who will receive the increase, which is below inflation.It follows the recommendation of the independent Doctors and Dentists Pay Review Body.
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