Resident (junior) doctors in England announce five‑day pre‑Christmas strike

Last Updated: 12 April 2026, 12:13

Major Healthcare (NHS hospitals)

The BMA has called a five‑day national walkout by resident (junior) doctors in England from 17 to 21 December over pay and jobs.

This alert was originally created on 1 December 2025.

Public Impact

🏥 Hospitals

Effective Dates

Wednesday, 17 Dec 2025
Thursday, 18 Dec 2025
Friday, 19 Dec 2025
Saturday, 20 Dec 2025
Sunday, 21 Dec 2025

Organizer

Affected Locations

England (national)

Sources

https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/englands-resident-doctors-stage-five-day-pre-christmas-walkout-2025-12-01

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