There’s more evidence of the intense pressure on the NHS as Covid-19 infections surge across the UK.
NHS Trusts warned they faced an “extremely challenging” situation with almost as many patients in hospital as at the peak of the first wave of the pandemic in April.
London Ambulance Service said Boxing Day was one of its busiest days ever, with winter pressures compounded by coronavirus.
Doctors in Scotland have warned that services could be overwhelmed if the relaxing of rules over Christmas leads to a surge in cases.
Clive Myrie presents BBC News reporting by Sangita Myska.
