It’s well documented that in recent years the heart of Stockport has experienced something of a renaissance.
09.04.2023 - 17:33 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The NHS is bracing for what the country’s top doctor has warned will be ‘unparalleled levels of disruption’ as doctors stage their second round of strikes this year.
Last month, the NHS national medical director told patients that March’s industrial action would be the ‘biggest strike disruption to date’ as pickets lasted 72 hours. But this Easter weekend, the medical director issued a new statement saying the upcoming 92 hours of action will bring disruption to new heights.
Professor Sir Stephen Powis said he was “very concerned” about the potential severity of the impact on patients, with hospitals facing nearly 100 hours without up to half of their medical workforce. Up to a quarter of a million appointments and operations could be postponed when medics in England walk out in the bitter dispute over pay on Tuesday, straight after the Easter bank holiday weekend, the NHS Confederation said.
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The majority of hospitals in Greater Manchester will see pickets are, including:
Wigan Infirmary
Trafford General Hospital
Royal Bolton Hospital
Fairfield General
Royal Oldham Hospital
Manchester Royal Infirmary
Salford Royal
Tameside General
North Manchester General Hospital
Wythenshawe Hospital
Stepping Hill Hospital
Prestwich Hospital
The British Medical Association said the industrial action could still be avoided if the Government makes a “credible offer”, but the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has insisted the strikes must be called off before any negotiations take place. Professor Sir Stephen said: “This next round of strikes will see unparalleled levels of disruption, and we are very concerned about the potential
It’s well documented that in recent years the heart of Stockport has experienced something of a renaissance.
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Although the bank holiday weekend is behind us, it’s still the Easter holidays for a few more days. If you’re looking for something to keep the kids entertained, especially when the weather is a bit rubbish, then there’s one place which kids of all ages will love.
On the last Friday of every month, thousands of people descend on Stockport’s Old Town. Foodie Friday, the night out that feels a bit like a festival, features live music by the Victorian Market Hall and a strong line-up of food and drink traders - all of which adds to the night’s electric atmosphere.
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