Consultant doctors in England to strike next month
Consultant doctors in England have announced a two-day strike for late November due to ongoing disputes over pay and pensions. The British Medical Association states that despite negotiations, the government has failed to address concerns regarding real-term pay cuts.
Why it matters
Industrial action by senior medical staff poses significant risks to NHS service delivery and highlights broader economic tensions in the UK public sector.
Image source, Getty Images By Nick Triggle Health correspondent Published 26 October 2026, 10:11 GMT Updated 1 minute ago Consultant doctors in England are to stage a two-day strike next month in a dispute over pay and pensions.
The walkout will begin on 25 November at 06:59 GMT, with consultants providing emergency cover only.
It comes after 76% of consultants who took part in the British Medical Association ballot voted in favour of strike action earlier this year - although turnout was just over the 50% threshold needed.
Talks had taken place with the government over the past month.
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