Hundreds of staff at the world-leading Institute of Cancer Research in Sutton are taking further strike action.

Unite members are walking out until July the 10th in their ongoing row over pay.

They claim this will cause “huge problems” at the ICR with laboratories “unable to function effectively.”

A spokesperson for the ICR, said: “We remain committed to constructive discussions with Unite and working towards a resolution.”

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A spokesperson for The Institute of Cancer Research, London, said:

“We acknowledge the outcome of Unite’s ballot and respect the mandate for industrial action. We recognise that this reflects strongly held concerns among colleagues, particularly in relation to pay.

“We remain committed to constructive discussions with Unite and to working towards a resolution.

“As an independent, not-for-profit research institute, we must balance supporting our staff with ensuring that our research and operations remain sustainable over the long term.

“We are working to manage the impact of industrial action and remain focused on continuing our research and delivering benefits for cancer patients in the UK and around the world.”