NHS consultants announce two-day strike in England over pay
Nationwide · pinned on London, United Kingdom · since Nov 25, 2026
Is it still on?
SOONAnnounced for Nov 25. Not started yet.
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The Tea in three lines
- Why they are protesting
- Consultants say pay has fallen by a quarter over 17 years and raise concerns over excessive workloads and burnout.
- What they want
- Formal negotiations on pay and working conditions with Health Secretary Yvette Cooper.
- What changed
- Oct 26: The British Medical Association announced a two-day strike for November 25 and 26.
Both sides
What protesters want
- Formal negotiations on pay and working conditions
- Fairer pay reflecting inflation and past cuts
- Addressing excessive workloads and staff wellbeing
Organised by: British Medical Association
The full story
Senior NHS doctors in England have announced plans to stage a two-day strike following a long-running dispute over pay and working conditions. Organised by the British Medical Association, the walkout is scheduled for 25 and 26 November, with consultants providing emergency cover only. The union states that pay has fallen significantly in real terms over the past 17 years and accuses ministers of ignoring concerns regarding wellbeing and workloads. According to union leaders, the industrial action could be avoided if Health Secretary Yvette Cooper commits to formal negotiations. In response, the government described the announcement as disappointing and irresponsible, stating that constructive discussions had been taking place and that a strike would place additional pressure on the health service during winter.
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