Thousands of health and social care workers in Northern Ireland have begun a 48-hour strike as part of a pay dispute.
The industrial action which began at midnight - involves some nurses, ambulance and hospital support staff.
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Health workers at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, have went out on strike today as part of the ongoing pay dispute. Photo by Press Eye Photo: Phil Magowan
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Health workers at the Mater Hospital, Belfast, have went out on strike today as part of the ongoing pay dispute. Photo by Press Eye Photo: Phil Magowan
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Health workers at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, have went out on strike today as part of the ongoing pay dispute. Photo by Press Eye Photo: Phil Magowan
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Health workers at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast, have went out on strike today as part of the ongoing pay dispute. Photo by Press Eye Photo: Phil Magowan