https://www.expressandstar.com/news/local-hubs/staffordshire/stafford/2025/12/08/stafford-hospital-declares-critical-incident-due-to-increased-winter-pressures/
A hospital in Stafford has declared a 'critical incident' due to increased winter pressures.
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https://www.sbs.nhs.uk/news/navigating-nhs-winter-pressures-with-framework-agreements/
Nov 26, 2025 - Winter brings a surge in respiratory illnesses, exacerbates chronic conditions, and increases the risk of accidents. The result? Backlogged A&E...
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