Teachers and doctors in England are getting a 4% pay bump, but it's not all good news—nurses, midwives, and other NHS staff are only getting 3.6%, and health unions are furious about the disparity.

Editor’s Note: Pay rises in the public sector are always a tricky balancing act, but this decision has sparked fresh tensions. While teachers and doctors might feel somewhat relieved, the smaller increase for nurses and midwives—who've been at the forefront of NHS pressures—feels like a slap in the face to many. It’s not just about the money; it’s about recognition, and this move risks deepening morale problems in an already strained health system.