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Strike Leaves Thousands Without Health-Visitor Appointments in Wales

8/15/2026

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Since February, 100 health visitors at Cwm Taf Morgannwg health board have struck, claiming a £9,000 annual loss.
The strike has cut home visits, leaving thousands of babies and children without vital appointments.
Mothers Matter says demand for its services has doubled or trebled since the strike.
Becks Wilson, 34, said the lack of health-visitor support forced her to seek GP and paediatric care for her nine-week-old son.

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Since February, 100 health visitors at Cwm Taf Morgannwg health board have struck, claiming a £9,000 annual loss.
The strike has cut home visits, leaving thousands of babies and children without vital appointments.
Mothers Matter says demand for its services has doubled or trebled since the strike.
Becks Wilson, 34, said the lack of health-visitor support forced her to seek GP and paediatric care for her nine-week-old son.