Since 2019 there has been a 91% rise in the number of attacks on nurses and other staff in A&E departments. There were 4,054 during 2024. Long waits in A&E are said to be the main contributory factor.
Attacks have involved numerous hittings and punchings and slamming nurses against a wall. Also threats of acid and gun attacks.
Good Morning Thursday 23rd July 2026
Am I just being impatient and mean? New PM
You must be old if you have a purse or a wallet.
The early release scheme it's a gimmick and helps no-one but criminals. Just build more prisons.
