Leeds General Infirmary and St James' Hospital issue urgent update on 'very busy' A&E capacity

By Immy Share

Published 4th Jun 2021, 13:24 BST

Updated 4th Jun 2021, 13:26 BST

An update on the A&E capacity at the LGI and St James' Hospital in Leeds has been issued.

The update said that the accident and emergency departments at the two Leeds hospitals are 'very busy' at the moment.

Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust added that if you are feeling unwell but it is not an emergency, the 111 number is available to call '24 hours a day, 365 days a year'.

People are also being encouraged to go online to use the online coronavirus service if they are displaying symptoms.

The full update from Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust said: "Our Emergency Departments are very busy at the moment so if you're feeling unwell but it's not an emergency call 111, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year or go online https://111.nhs.uk/ where you will also find an online coronavirus service if you think you have symptoms. #HelpUsHelpYou."