Resident doctors begin six-day strike

The latest strike by resident doctors marks one of the longest in the history of the NHS, as mediation talks between the British Medical Association and the government remain deadlocked.

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has accused the union of placing an unfair burden on the public and warned that their demands are unaffordable.

Doctors on the picket lines argue that the strike is necessary to ensure the future viability of the healthcare workforce.

Patients have been advised to avoid A&E departments for non-emergency issues during the strike period.