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BBC Health 📅 18 Oct 2026 ⏱ 1 min read Respiratory / COPD / Asthma

Ending corridor care in hospitals for children a priority, says health secretary

Yvette Cooper also announces £140m investment in England's urgent care system, ahead of winter.

ClinicaliQ Brief
  • Health Secretary Yvette Cooper has prioritised eliminating corridor care for paediatric patients in NHS hospitals, addressing a significant gap in child patient dignity and clinical standards
  • £140m investment announced for England's urgent care system to alleviate pressure ahead of winter, potentially reducing emergency department crowding and associated corridor admissions
  • Investment targets both immediate winter preparedness and longer-term structural improvements to prevent children being treated in non-clinical spaces
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Yvette Cooper also announces £140m investment in England's urgent care system, ahead of winter.

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