Disruption expected as six-day doctors' strike begins

Author: bbc.comPublished on: April 6, 2026Country: United Kingdom
Health
Disruption expected as six-day doctors' strike begins

Resident doctors in England are starting a six-day strike at 07:00 BST on Tuesday, marking their 15th in a long-standing dispute over pay. This strike, following the breakdown of negotiations between the government and the doctors' union, is expected to cause significant disruptions to health services. While senior medics are being drafted to cover emergencies, many planned treatments and appointments are being canceled.

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