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10.43am GMT Growing numbers of hospitals in England are running short of beds and having to divert patients elsewhere and cancel operations as the NHS struggles to cope with the resurgence of Covid-19, a Guardian analysis has revealed.According to the NHS figures, hospitals had to tell ambulance crews to divert patients elsewhere 44 times last week – the highest number for four years.It already feels like we’re in the grips of a really bad winter, and there’s a very long way to go. Related: NHS hospitals running out of beds as Covid cases continue to surge 10.19am GMT Why have arguments over fish stocks been blocking a wider post-Brexit trade deal with the EU? This comprehensive Guardian explainer explores the facts of the situation, how it has come to this and why it matters. Related: Why are fish a sticking point in the Brexit talks? Continue reading…
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Author : Lucy Campbell
Publish date : 2020-12-18 10:43:59
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