Ambulance patients diverted as NHS Grampian declares ‘critical incident’

Chief executive Adam Coldwells said some elective procedures and appointments would also be cancelled, but this would not include cancer treatment or diagnostic tests.

He said the board aimed to resume “business as usual” as soon as possible.

“Those already waiting at ARI will remain for assessment, and admission if required,” Mr Coldwells said.

“As always, those with the greatest clinical need will be prioritised.

“These options will assist us in the short term. We continue to work with our health and social care partnership colleagues to increase bed capacity to manage current demand across Grampian.”