Nurses across England strike in biggest walkout so far

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After the junior doctors strike that disrupted services, this strike is said to be the biggest walkout.

Nurses in England are taking strike action in half of England’s hospitals, mental health and community services.

The walkout lasts until midnight on Monday, with NHS bosses warning services would be badly disrupted.

It is the first time Royal College of Nursing members have walked out of all areas, including intensive care.

One hospital trust said it had to move intensive care patients to other areas because nurses refused to work, despite an exemption agreement with the RCN.

Nurses out on strike in half of England’s NHS

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My area general hospital does not appear to have any staff reductions due to strike action. My wife is in there as I type and she is very pleased with the attention she is receiving from nursing staff and her team of doctors.

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Glad to know she is being well looked after.