A&E Hits Record Demand in July

Heatwaves drive A&E attendances up to record high

More than 2.4 million visits in each of last three months, as unions warn of inhumane conditions.

A&E hits record demand in July

A&E hits record demand in July Polly Jones 14 August, 2026 A&E hits record demand in July 14 August, 2026 A&E hit a record high in July, with a record 2.5 million attendances amid two heatwaves.Three of the busiest months ever recorded were between May and July.However, more patients were seen, treated or discharged within four hours tan in June and performance improved to 75.4 per cent. The NHS also delivered its best performance against th…