Resident Doctor Strike: England NHS Strike Next Month
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UK Resident Doctors Announce 13th Strike Since 2023, NHS Faces Winter Strain
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Resident doctors in England will strike for five days in November, escalating a dispute over pay and career progression. the action threatens to further strain the National Health Service (NHS) as it prepares for a challenging winter season with rising virus cases and a considerable patient backlog.
the Strike: Details and Timeline
The British Medical Association (BMA) announced the strike following the breakdown of talks with Health Secretary Wes Streeting. This will be the 13th strike action taken by resident doctors since March 2023, highlighting the ongoing frustration within the medical community.
The strike is scheduled to begin at 7:00 AM on November 14th and conclude at 7:00 AM on November 19th. During this period, resident doctors will withdraw their services, impacting hospital operations across England.
Historical Context: Strikes since 2023
| Strike Number | Start Date | End Date | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | March 13, 2023 | March 15, 2023 | 3 days |
| 2 | April 11, 2023 | April 15, 2023 | 5 days |
| 3 | May 15, 2023 | May 19, 2023 | 5 days |
| 4 | June 14, 2023 | June 18, 2023 | 5 days |
| 5 | July 12, 2023 | July 16, 2023 | 5 days |
| 6 | August 14, 2023 | August 18, 2023 | 5 days |
| 7 | September 20, 2023 | September 23, 2023 | 4 days |
| 8 | October 2, 2023 | October 6, 2023 | 5 days |
| 9 | october 24, 2023 | October 27, 2023 | 4 days |
| 10 | November 2, 2023 | November 6, 2023 | 5 days |
| 11 | November 9, 2023 | November 13, 2023 | 5 days |
| 12 | December 6, |