Tens of thousands of junior doctors will walk out in a dispute over pay and job opportunities and the public are being urged to follow NHS instructions
The NHS has outlined what people requiring medical care, or those with scheduled appointments, should do in the coming days as tens of thousands of doctors down tools. The 15th case of industrial action in a disagreement over wages and career prospects has begun after the extended bank holiday weekend, with NHS bosses warning it could prove “particularly challenging”.
Doctors will withdraw their labour from 7am on Tuesday until shortly before 7am on Monday, April 13, amid the ongoing dispute over pay and working conditions.
In a statement on X, previously known as Twitter, NHS chiefs have sought to inform the public about what to do during the six-day period.
The message states: “From 7am today and continuing into next week, some NHS services will be affected due to strike action. Here’s what you need to know about accessing NHS care during this time:
- Emergency care continues. All other NHS staff, including consultants and specialist doctors, will be working hard to keep you safe.
- If you need urgent medical help but you’re not sure where to go, use NHS 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you. Use the NHS app, go online, or call.
- Call 999 in an emergency when someone is seriously ill or their life is at risk.
- You will be contacted if your appointment needs to be changed. We’ll only cancel if absolutely necessary and if needed, we’ll be in touch to reschedule.
- GP practices and dental surgeries remain open. Please continue to attend your GP and dental appointments unless told otherwise.
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