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Consultants and specialist doctors begin strike action

Consultants and specialist doctors begin strike action
BBC UK Thursday 25 June 2026, 08:55 UTC 1 min read
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Most routine and elective services will be cancelled but full emergency cover will remain in place.

Most routine and elective services will be cancelled but full emergency cover will remain in place.
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