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Resident doctors in England to go on strike in run-up to Christmas

December 2, 2025

Resident doctors in England are set to go on strike for five days from December 17 to December 22, as part of an ongoing dispute over pay and job security. This strike, announced by the British Medical Association, marks the 14th instance of strike action since March 2023 and is expected to significantly disrupt hospital operations during the busy Christmas period.

Resident doctors in England to go on strike in run-up to Christmas

Credit: Theguardian

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Strike scheduled from 7am on December 17 to 7am on December 22.
This will be the 14th strike by doctors since March 2023.
NHS leaders have criticized the timing as highly disruptive ahead of Christmas.
The British Medical Association claims no credible offer has been made by the government.

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Resident doctors in England to go on strike in run-up to Christmas

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