About our UK Public Sector Strikes news
Latest news on public sector strikes in the United Kingdom, with all the latest developments on labour strikes that involve workers in the public sector. This includes government employees, such as teachers, police officers, and healthcare workers, as well as employees of state-owned enterprises and non-profit organisations that provide public services. These strikes are often organised by trade unions, which represent the interests of workers and negotiate with employers on their behalf. NewsNow's dedicated feed offers comprehensive coverage on this critical aspect of UK labour relations.
Our feed delves into the causes, impacts, and outcomes of these strikes, providing insights into the negotiations and decisions made between unions, government bodies, and public sector organisations. We also explore the broader implications of these strikes on public services, the economy, and society in the UK, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of these events.
Recent strike actions continue to cause significant disruptions in the UK’s public sector. In the healthcare sector, junior doctors staged a record-breaking six-day strike in early January 2024. Public sector pay disputes are set to reignite, with teachers criticising the government’s recent 2.8% pay proposal and considering industrial action, while civil servants, including Land Registry staff, have launched indefinite strikes over mandated office attendance and workload concerns. In the transport sector, Avanti West Coast train managers, represented by the RMT union, have planned strikes on every Sunday from 12 January to 25 May 2025, over rest day working conditions. These ongoing strikes reflect the broader climate of industrial unrest in the UK's public sector.
For policy makers, union members, public sector employees, and anyone interested in labour relations and public affairs, NewsNow's feed on UK public sector strikes is an invaluable source. We compile the latest news, expert analysis, and detailed reports from a range of authoritative sources, offering an in-depth view of the ongoing public sector strikes in the United Kingdom.