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Four NHS trusts in England declare critical incidents after ‘surge’ in A&E admissions

January 13, 2026

Four NHS trusts in England have declared critical incidents due to a sharp increase in A&E admissions, exacerbated by rising cases of flu, norovirus, and respiratory viruses. The trusts affected include three in Surrey and one in Kent, highlighting significant pressures on their healthcare services.

Four NHS trusts in England declare critical incidents after ‘surge’ in A&E admissions

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Four NHS trusts in England have declared critical incidents.
The surge in A&E admissions is linked to flu and norovirus outbreaks.
Trusts in Surrey include Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust and Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust.
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust also declared a critical incident.
Increased staff sickness has contributed to the pressure on services.

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Four NHS trusts in England declare critical incidents after ‘surge’ in A&E admissions

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