‘Deep Concerns’ Raised After Elderly Woman Dies in North Wales Hospital Corridor
An elderly woman has died in a corridor at the emergency department of Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, according to accounts from others present in the unit at the time.
Witnesses reported that the woman passed away in a crowded waiting area, in full view of other patients. The incident has drawn attention to conditions within the hospital’s accident and emergency department.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board acknowledged the situation, stating that treating patients in corridors does not reflect the standard of care it aims to provide. The health board also recognized that excessive waiting times in emergency care remain a concern.
The event has highlighted ongoing challenges within the region’s hospitals, including high patient numbers, delayed discharges, and strain on available capacity.
Janet Finch-Saunders, Senedd Member for Aberconwy said:
“This is a truly heartbreaking situation. My thoughts are with the woman’s family and all those affected.
“No one should spend their final moments in a hospital corridor. Every patient deserves dignity, privacy and compassionate care, especially the elderly and vulnerable.
“Corridor care must not become normalised. Urgent action is needed to address the sustained pressures facing our emergency departments and to restore public confidence in our NHS services here in North Wales.”
