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NHS consultants to go on two-day strike in England in November, says BMA

NHS consultants to go on two-day strike in England in November, says BMA

Summary

Senior doctors in England plan a two-day strike in November, the British Medical Association said. The action is scheduled to start at 6:59 a.m. on 25 November, with emergency cover only.

Key Facts

  • The striking doctors are consultants.
  • The British Medical Association announced the planned action.
  • The strike is scheduled to begin at 6:59 a.m. on 25 November.
  • The action is planned to last two days.
  • Only emergency cover will be provided during the strike.
  • More than three-quarters of consultants who took part in the BMA ballot voted for strike action.
  • Consultants received a 3.5% pay increase this year.
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