Report this comment
  • "I can understand why people are upset about the pensions etc but ambulance workers especially took their job (I should think) to help save lives because that's what they wanted to do. I think there has to be a more effective way than striking when you play such an important role in society. It's not the fault of a young child who's been hit by a car or an elderly person perhaps injured at home alone with no ambulance service to help.
    As I said I can understand the reasons behind it but think it is also a little bit selfish. Some people out there still can't even get work (No I am not one of them) let alone have the privilege of moaning about pensions!"
  • This field is mandatory
  • This field is mandatory
  • Please note we will not accept reports with HTML tags or URLs in them.


  • Enter the above word in the box below

Please be fair, courteous and respectful to the views of others so we can build a vibrant community in a safe online environment. You are personal liable for your comments and action will be taken against anyone who offends, ridicules or posts malicious and damaging views. If you wish to complain, please contact us.

Callers urged not to use 999 during strikes

People have been warned to "think carefully before calling 999" as ambulance workers strike today.

South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust said managers, volunteers and possibly private sector workers would be manning the phones.

However the trust has asked people to consider whether they could "seek alternative assistance" from NHS Direct on 0845 4647 or visiting www.nhs.uk.

SECAmb’s director of clinical operations, Andy Newton said: “Our patients are our top priority and we will do whatever we can to ensure that this action does not significantly impact on them. We would therefore ask the public to use the service wisely during this time.”

Local Businesses

About cookies

We want you to enjoy your visit to our website. That's why we use cookies to enhance your experience. By staying on our website you agree to our use of cookies. Find out more about the cookies we use.

I agree