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Doctors in England to Strike Over Pay, Conditions

12/6/2025

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The British Medical Association confirmed that doctors in England will strike from 7am on December 17 to 7am on December 22.
The strike responds to the government's failure to address job and pay issues.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting criticized the action as irresponsible for patient care.
The BMA says the strike is necessary to secure better conditions.
NHS services have been strained by prior strikes amid rising flu cases.

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The British Medical Association confirmed that doctors in England will strike from 7am on December 17 to 7am on December 22.
The strike responds to the government's failure to address job and pay issues.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting criticized the action as irresponsible for patient care.
The BMA says the strike is necessary to secure better conditions.
NHS services have been strained by prior strikes amid rising flu cases.