Angela Constance: “Our NHS stands ready to support at least a further ten children from Gaza, along with their families.”

I want to be clear and transparent that we will be facing a difficult period.

Corridor care is first and foremost distressing for patients. It is not right. It is not in their best interest.

The bigger issue is around reducing avoidable hospital admissions.

What I am absolutely clear about is that corridor care isn’t acceptable. It’s not acceptable for patients or their families.