People will be urged to call 999 in a life-threatening emergency only
A warning has been issued for people to only call for an ambulance in life-threatening emergencies ahead of NHS strikes next week. North West Ambulance Service says the availability of ambulances will be 'limited' on Monday and Friday , while fewer people will be working at call centres.
“Also, please do not repeatedly call 999 asking for updates on where your ambulance is. Only call us back if your condition has worsened or to cancel the ambulance. We need to keep lines free for other emergencies. The latest appeal from NWAS comes as members of Unite, GMB and the Royal College of Nurses will strike next Monday. The RCN strike will continue the following day, while Unison members will be striking next Friday.
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