NHS strike suspended

Unite announced today (Tuesday 27 January) that it has suspended strike action in the NHS to consult its members over a pay offer.

The suspension sees a 12 hour strike scheduled to take place on Thursday 29 January called off after a series of talks between Department of Health officials and trade unions over pay.

“Following talks we have suspended industrial action and called off Thursday’s strike to consult with our members over the coming days,” said Unite assistant general secretary, Gail Cartmail.

“The offer moves the NHS towards becoming a living wage employer and begins to address issues around low pay,” she added.

“Members will decide on whether to accept or reject the offer of what we believe is the best that can be achieved by negotiation.”

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