Nurses in England, Wales and Northern Ireland overwhelmingly reject 3.6% pay rise
The GuardianMonday, July 28, 2025 at 11:32:14 AM
Nurses across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland have sent a clear message—they’re not happy with the government’s 3.6% pay offer. In a union-led vote, an overwhelming majority rejected the raise, calling it "grotesque" and hinting at more potential strikes. This isn’t just about numbers; it’s a boiling point in a long-standing fight for fair wages in the NHS.
Editor’s Note: Nurses are the backbone of the NHS, and their frustration over pay isn’t going away. With strikes already disrupting healthcare, this rejection signals more turbulence ahead. For patients, it could mean longer waits and strained services. For the government, it’s a growing political headache—how do you keep vital workers happy without blowing the budget? This isn’t just a pay dispute; it’s a crisis of morale in a system running on fumes.
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