In Northern Ireland, thousands of teachers and health workers went on strike on Tuesday. Four teachers' unions participated in the strike, demanding pay increases regarding the year-long pay dispute. The unions state that the Department of Education must substantially improve its pay offer in order to meet the needs of the rising costs of living in the UK. Meanwhile, health workers are striking for similar demands regarding adequate compensation to fulfill their services.
See "Teachers and health workers in Northern Ireland on strike, demanding pay increases", BBC News, February 21, 2023