Nurses strike: Union leader urges government to do the decent thing

The head of the Royal College of Nursing has urged the government to do the decent thing as thousands stage their second walkout in a row over pay. Speaking on the picket line at Newcastle s Royal Victoria Infirmary, Pat Cullen said the strikes could be ceased if the government were to budge on salary. The strikes could go on for six months, the RCN warned, if an agreement is not reached. Government officials have said the demanded pay rise is unaffordable. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the worlds most freethinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independentlyminded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: