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Phlebotomists Strike Over 300 Days for Fair Pay
28 Jan
Summary
- Phlebotomists began their strike in March 2025, exceeding 300 days.
- The dispute concerns pay classification from Band 2 to Band 3.
- New offers involve higher-banded roles, shifting focus to job security.
Phlebotomists in Gloucestershire have been on strike for over 300 days, commencing March 17, 2025. This marks the longest industrial action in NHS history. The dispute stems from a pay disagreement, with specialists currently classified as Band 2 seeking a re-evaluation to Band 3. This would better reflect their responsibilities.
Recent offers include a discretionary one-off payment and the creation of a "higher-banded" role as an outpatient healthcare support worker at Band 3. However, striking phlebotomists express concern that these proposals may force them into different roles, shifting the focus from fair pay to job preservation. The union is balloting members on the latest offer, hoping to resolve the protracted dispute.
