NHS strike action in England
Strikes have been taking place across the NHS in England. This briefing looks at when and why some NHS workers are striking and explains the latest pay deals.

MPs will debate Support for children and young people with life-shortening conditions in Westminster Hall on Tuesday 7 June 2016 at 9.30 am. Stuart Andrew MP will be lead the debate. This House of Commons Library debate pack contains a summary of the issues, relevant reports, press and parliamentary coverage, and links to further reading.
Support for children and young people with life-shortening conditions (194 KB , PDF)
It is estimated that more than 40,000 children (0–19 years) in England have a life-limiting or life-threatening condition. The charity Together for Short Lives has called for a more integrated commissioning approach from CCGs, NHS England and local authorities. Because hospices generally receive funding from a variety of sources, including charitable donations, provision can vary. In 2015, a survey carried out by Together for Short Lives and Hospice UK found that statutory funding for children’s and adult hospices was patchy and inconsistent.
Support for children and young people with life-shortening conditions (194 KB , PDF)
Strikes have been taking place across the NHS in England. This briefing looks at when and why some NHS workers are striking and explains the latest pay deals.
There will be a Backbench Business Committee debate on the provision of auditory verbal therapy taking place in Westminster Hall on Tuesday 12 December at 9:30am. The debate will be led by Sally-Ann Hart MP.
This short research briefing examines the progress to date in reducing the infant mortality rate in England.