Ambulance handovers reached their highest January total since before the pandemic, as services faced sustained winter demand from seasonal viruses and rising call volumes.
The Rapid Relief Team (RRT) is calling for the creation of a National A&E Appreciation Week to recognise the vital work of emergency department staff across the UK.
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