Resident doctors vote to go ahead with strike in England as hospitals battle flu wave

Doctors in England proceed with a five-day strike after voting to continue despite a new offer from the government. The British Medical Association confirmed that 83% of members supported the walkout in an online poll, with turnout reaching 65%. The strike, led by resident doctors, will commence amid concerns over flu pressures and criticism from Health Secretary Wes Streeting for its timing during a critical period for the NHS. Streeting has emphasized that he will not negotiate on pay, citing previous pay increases for resident doctors.