News · 7 April 2026

England doctors start six-day strike affecting patients.

Patients in England are facing significant disruption and cancelled appointments as resident doctors have begun a six-day strike. This 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute started on Tuesday at 07:00 BST and will continue until April 13. The NHS is urging people to still seek emergency care, but attend planned treatments only if not told otherwise.

By BriefTea Editorial · 7 April 2026 at 7:31

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