The Latest Breaking News from Steve Barclay

NHS facing ‘incredibly disrupted week’

Strikes across the NHS in England will continue on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.

The Independent UK · Feb 7, 2023

Government accused of being ‘on strike’ over addressing NHS crisis

Rishi Sunak and Steve Barclay were criticised for failing to negotiate with unions as staff staged the biggest walkout in NHS history.

The Independent UK · Feb 6, 2023

Rishi Sunak and Steve Barclay accused of being 'on strike' from addressing NHS crisis

Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting slammed Rishi Sunak and Steve Barclay for failing to negotiate with health unions and put an end to strikes - as ambulance workers and nurses both walked out today at the same time

Daily Mirror · Feb 6, 2023

Parents of organ donor hero call on Tories to finally do the right thing on NHS strikes

Paul and Emma Johnson are speaking out for nurses like those who looked after their transplant patient son Max, who ushered in Max’s Law for an opt-out system of organ donation in 2019

Daily Mirror · Feb 5, 2023

Deadlock over NHS pay putting patients in danger, chief nurses warn

Unions say government making no moves to resolve dispute as staff in England prepare for biggest strikes in service’s history

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5, 2023

Grant Shapps says lives will be at risk tomorrow in biggest day of NHS strike

Nurses and ambulance crews will walk out on Monday in an ongoing dispute over pay

Wales Online · Feb 5, 2023

Shapps expresses concern for lives as NHS prepares for ‘biggest’ strike day

Thousands of nurses and ambulance staff in England are due to strike.

The Independent UK · Feb 5, 2023

Union boss accuses Tory Grant Shapps of 'lying' about NHS ambulance strike

Unite General Secretary Sharon Graham said the idea that Ambulance workers didn't provide minimum cover while on strike is an "absolute, utter lie"

Daily Mirror · Feb 5, 2023

NHS heads warn pay dispute is adding to strain on hospitals

Already overburdened system is struggling with ‘constant disruption’ of walkouts, says NHS Confederation

The Guardian - UK · Feb 4, 2023

Deadline approaching for under-50s to receive coronavirus booster vaccine

The NHS says Sunday February 12 will be the last time people in the age group can have the dose unless they are considered at risk of serious illness.

The Independent UK · Feb 4, 2023