Our emergency department (ED) is extremely busy at the moment with waiting times being longer than usual.
Unless it’s a life-threatening or severe illness or injury, we would ask you to contact NHS 111 first by phone or online – https://111.nhs.uk. The NHS will help you right away and if you need urgent care, the NHS can book you in to be seen quickly and safely.
People with life-threatening illnesses or injuries should continue to dial 999 and anyone who arrives at A&E without calling NHS 111 will still receive medical care, with those needing emergency treatment prioritised.