UK Resident Doctors Strike

The British Medical Association remains at an impasse with Health Secretary Wes Streeting over demands for a significant pay increase to address years of real-term wage decline.

Streeting has accused the union of trying to 'fleece' the public, while doctors argue that the current funding levels are driving talent away from the profession.

Hospitals have urged patients to avoid A&E departments for non-life-threatening issues during the strike period.

The prolonged dispute highlights the deep-seated crisis within the UK's national healthcare system.