Government promises quicker A&E times under plan to help end corridor care

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By Jane Kirby, PA Media and Erin Dean

Long A&E waits should be reduced for 800,000 patients a month as part of plans which aim to “eliminate corridor care” in England, the government has pledged.

Nearly £450 million will be spent on new urgent and emergency care facilities to provide faster care for patients, according to the Department of Health and NHS England.