The 3.6 per cent pay rise for nurses is lower than the increases for junior doctors or consultants

The 3.6 per cent pay rise for nurses is lower than the increases for junior doctors or consultants

The union highlighted that the offer falls short compared to increases received by doctors, teachers and prison officers

The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) has been holding a vote among its members on the 3.6 per cent pay rise, with the results to be announced later this week.

Nurses in Britain's National Health Service moved one step closer to striking after rejecting a 3.6% pay rise, a move that could see them join striking doctors.