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

December 15, 2025

Resident doctors in England have voted overwhelmingly to proceed with a five-day strike starting Wednesday, rejecting a new government offer aimed at resolving their ongoing pay and job disputes. The British Medical Association reported that 83% of members supported the strike, which comes amid mounting pressure on hospitals dealing with a flu wave.

Doctors on a picket line

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83% of resident doctors voted to continue with the strike.
Turnout for the vote was 65%.
The strike is set to begin at 07:00 on Wednesday.
The government offered to increase specialty training posts and cover exam fees.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting called the strike 'irresponsible and dangerous' due to hospital pressures.

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

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