Updated FAQs on planned Industrial Action in the NHS

The government has released an updated briefing that includes important information on the continuity of care during strike days, as well as practical guidance for accessing care on those days affected by industrial action.

Latest information from the government states Trade unions representing some NHS staff are in dispute with the Government over the 2022/23 pay award. A number of the unions have balloted their NHS members to take part in industrial action. As a result, members of the following unions are striking on the dates listed below:

24 August – from 07:00, BMA and BDA consultants ** out on strike across England
25 August – all day, BMA and BDA consultants ** out on strike across England
26 August – until 7:00 am, BMA and BDA consultants ** out on strike across England