An “internal critical incident” has been declared at the Great Western Hospital health trust in Swindon due to high levels of demand.
Kevin McNamara, chief executive of the Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, said: “Following a tough few days we have this morning declared an internal critical incident due to sustained high levels of demand, Covid and non-Covid, and availability of beds.
“This is causing delays to patients accessing services for which I am very sorry.
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“We always knew that January would be a tough month for everyone and our modelling shows that it is likely to get tougher in the next few weeks. Our teams are working hard to provide care to those that need it and we are of course working closely with partners seeking support.
“Our Covid-19 inpatient numbers are currently 67 patients confirmed or suspected, an 81% increase from 37 on Christmas Eve.
“Huge thanks to everyone focused on supporting patients. Please remember staff support is available in the weeks ahead should colleagues need it at any time.”
