NHS England is experiencing severe pressures akin to those during the pandemic, with flu cases rising sharply and hospital admissions exceeding 5,400 daily. Prof Sir Stephen Powis warned of ‘exceptional pressure’ on A&E services, echoed by over 20 NHS trusts…

Health Secretary Wes Streeting urged NHS leaders in England to focus on patient safety even if it results in a decline in performance against the four-hour A&E target this winter. During a meeting in London, he acknowledged the significant pressures…

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has instructed NHS leaders in England to focus on patient safety instead of adhering strictly to the four-hour A&E target this winter. At a meeting with hospital executives, Streeting emphasized the need to prioritize patients based…

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has instructed NHS leaders in England to focus on patient safety during the winter months, even if it impacts performance against the four-hour A&E target. During a meeting in London, he acknowledged the growing pressures on…

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has instructed NHS leaders in England to focus on patient safety rather than strictly adhering to the four-hour A&E target during the winter months. As hospitals face significant pressure, with ambulance delays and high bed occupancy,…