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Manx Care currently considering counter offer from BMA

Health minister says it could take a few days to respond

The health minister says Manx Care is currently considering a counter offer from the British Medical Association.

Its members are currently planning strike action on the Island next week for the first time in history.

The BMA says it's because the health body has failed to produce a 'credible pay offer', and is asking for a 12.6 percent uplift.

Claire Christian's been telling Manx Radio whether she's had any involvement in the negotiations:

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