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 Royal College of Nursing said just over 43% took part in the ballot, below the 50% threshold to call for a strike action.  (Guy Smallman/Getty Images)

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Royal College of Nursing picket line as staff strike outside a hospital.

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A Royal College of Nursing picket line as staff strike outside a hospital.

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