145,000 English nurses, represented by RCN, reject 5.5% pay rise proposed by UK government.

Nurses in England, represented by the Royal College of Nursing (RCN), have overwhelmingly rejected the UK government's proposed 5.5% pay rise, with a record turnout of about 145,000 members voting against it. RCN General Secretary Professor Nicola Ranger emphasized the need for urgent government action to address nursing staff concerns and improve their valuation. While other health unions have accepted the pay offer, junior doctors recently agreed to a separate multi-year increase.

September 23, 2024
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