NHS consultants in England accept pay offer and end pay dispute and strike action

Friday, 5 April 2024
Consultants in England have voted to accept a government pay deal - bringing to an end the dispute which had led to strike action.

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Victoria Atkins has said she is “really pleased” that consultants have accepted a pay offer, ending a year-long dispute with the Government. The health secretary said that the deal is “fair and reasonable”. Consultants have taken strike action over the past year, adding to the NHS waiting...

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