Thousands of resident doctors in England have begun a five-day strike, the longest in NHS history, after pay negotiations with the government broke down. The British Medical Association (BMA) is demanding a significant pay rise, arguing that doctors' real-terms pay has fallen since 2008, while the government insists their demands are unaffordable. The strike is causing widespread disruption to hospital appointments and operations, with NHS leaders urging the public to use emergency services only when necessary. Public and political responses are mixed, with some supporting the doctors' fight for fair pay and others criticizing the impact on patient care. The government and NHS are working to minimize disruption, but the standoff highlights deep tensions over pay, working conditions, and the future of the health service.
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