Nurses Hit Royal Sussex County Hospital with Fresh Pay Picket
Brighton’s Royal Sussex County Hospital saw nurses picketing yesterday (18 January) over pay disputes. The Royal College of Nursing plans to keep the national strike action going today, ramping up tension in the NHS.
NHS Urges Public: Only Call 999 for Real Emergencies
The NHS has warned the public to reserve 999 calls and A&E visits for serious or life-threatening emergencies such as chest pain, severe bleeding, or breathing difficulties. They’re stressing that overstretched services need to focus on those in dire need.
NHS Sussex Chief Medical Officer Sounds Alarm
“Patient safety is our absolute priority and we have been working across health and care to ensure that any disruption to patient care is kept to a minimum,” said Dr Dinesh Sinha, NHS Sussex Chief Medical Officer.
“Regardless of strike action, people should continue to come forward if they need NHS help and support. Services are available to help you and make sure you get the best care.”
“Some patients will be contacted directly to have appointments rescheduled, but everyone will get a new date as soon as possible. If you do have an appointment and the NHS has not been in touch, please continue to attend as originally planned, so as not to delay your care.”
“We ask for the public’s support and patience during these two days of industrial action so that those who most need help and treatment can get the care they need.”
