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NHS in England under ‘severe pressure’ as strike action continues – health chief

Source: PA Wire

The NHS in England is under “severe pressure” as junior doctors continue strike action across England, health leaders have said.

Professor Sir Stephen Powis, national medical director for NHS England, said staff are working “extremely hard to prioritise life-saving care”.

Junior doctors have walked out for the 10th time since March as the bitter row with the Government over pay continues.

Sir Stephen said: “Staff and services continue to be under significant pressure

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