To reduce response times for emergency calls, NHS England has advised ambulance services to adopt a "drop and go" system, following its success in London. This policy instructs paramedics to leave patients in hospital corridors after 45 minutes if necessary, allowing ambulances to respond to new emergencies more quickly. While the approach has improved response times, it has sparked tension with A&E doctors who argue that patients should not be left without proper handover. The policy is being adopted in other regions, with modifications such as self-check-in for less serious cases.
Source: The Times