Health workers run out of patience with Stormont budget delay
The practical impact of Northern Ireland's budget delay seemed relatively muted until earlier this week when hospital doctors announced two strikes.
According to BBC News, the practical impact of Northern Ireland's budget delay seemed relatively muted until earlier this week when hospital doctors announced two strikes.
This health story centres on the United Kingdom. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Stormont and Northern Ireland.
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- United Kingdom · Europe
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- Stormont, Northern Ireland
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- Health
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