Thousands of ambulance workers were holding a second day of strikes over pay and conditions, during which they will only respond to the most urgent cases.

UK: Ambulance workers' strike continue on second day over better pay

UK ambulance workers went on strike Wednesday, walking out for the second time since December in an ongoing dispute with the government over pay.

UK ambulance workers stage walkout over pay hike demands

The series of strikes in UK seems nowhere close to an end. Now, its border force workers have announced a walkout starting from today until December 26 and then between December 28 and 31. The walkout comes a day after ambulance workers strike and as the rising cost of living is outpacing employees pay in the UK.

UK: Border force workers begin strike against less pay, high living cost

As the UK does stare at a difficult winter amid a cost of living crisis. Downing Street is urging public sector unions who are heading for a series of strikes to turn towards negotiations. UK PM Rishi Sunak called the strike unnecessary and is expressing concern at the impact that the walkouts will have.

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