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Warning of hospital changes due to Royal College of Nursing action
28/04/2023
Appointments on the days surrounding the action may also be affected
The Royal College of Nursing will be taking industrial action from 8pm this Sunday evening until midnight on May Day Monday.
Because of this the Trust which runs the Horton General Hospital in Banbury is warning that whilst they will continue to provide urgent and emergency care wherever possible, they have had to reschedule some appointments and planned inpatient and day case procedures.
Some appointments during the surrounding days may also be affected. All patients impacted are being contacted directly.
Sara Randall, Chief Operating Officer at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, said: “We recognise and respect the right of our staff to take part in lawful industrial action, and have been working with our staff and union partners to ensure the safety of our patients, and the wellbeing of our staff.
“We hope that everyone is able to enjoy the May Bank Holiday weekend and then May Morning, but we are asking people to be particularly mindful of the fact that our services will be additionally stretched during this time, and to enjoy themselves responsibly.
“As always, our priority is to continue to provide safe care for our patients, and anyone with a rescheduled appointment will be rebooked in for the soonest time possible.
“Thank you for your understanding.”
Published: by Banbury FM Newsteam