Emergency Department Update

The Hospital is experiencing a very high number of attendances at its Emergency Department (ED).  High attendances and high rates of admissions puts pressure on the ED and also the Hospital as there is a shortage of beds.

We are asking the public to consider alternative care options before attending the ED as unfortunately people with less urgent complaints will experience long wait times. 

The Hospital regrets any delay a patient of any age experiences whilst waiting in our ED, patients are prioritised according to clinical need. We thank the public for their cooperation in this regard.