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Our Emergency Departments are very busy

Our Emergency Departments at University Hospital of North Durham and Darlington Memorial Hospital are extremely busy today. Please use your local pharmacy or NHS 111 online for advice and treatment first. Minor illnesses or injuries will face very long waits. Thank you for your support.

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- CDDFT Open Trust Board Meeting - Wednesday 28 January 2026
  
  Event date and time: 28 January 2026, 9:00am to 12:30pm
  
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  Board meetings
  
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  Members of the public are welcome to attend this meeting and observe the CDDFT Board of Directors. Present at the meeting will be the Trust’s Chair, Chief Executive and the Board of Directors. If you are interested in attending, please contact the Foundation Trust Office to register your interest.
  
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