The wave of industrial action will continue this week with members of the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) in England due to walk out on Wednesday and Thursday.
Education Secretary Gillian Keegan described the strike action as"deeply disappointing for children and parents".
Some 12 health boards and organisations in Wales will also take part in the two consecutive days of strikes. It is expected that the health service will run a bank holiday-style service in many areas during the strike action.Downing Street called the announcement of further strike dates by nurses"deeply regrettable"."My olive branch to government - asking them to meet me halfway and begin negotiations - is still there. They should grab it," she said in a statement.
But earlier this month, Ms Cullen said she could accept a pay rise of around 10% to end its ongoing dispute with the government.Winter strikes threaten to escalatethis Wednesday, Sky News understands.
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