Dirty ambulances could be contributing to the spread of Hospital Superbugs like MRSA & C Difficile a union has warned.

Poor cleaning arrangements and a lack of resources is adding to the problem, a UK-wide survey for the union found.

“Urgent action” has been called for to get dirty ambulances off the road.

A spokesman for ambulance staff, said comprehensive guidance on cleaning ambulances was available. But they said extra cash was needed as well as the introduction of mandatory rules.

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Hospital Superbug (MRSA & C Difficile) compensation claims can now finally be made against hospitals using workplace safety legislation.

Until recently the NHS could dispute claims as it cannot tell exactly when a person becomes infected with MRSA or C Difficile.

But recent compensation claim successes have prompted Solicitors and Lawyers to reconsider how they approach MRSA & C Difficile superbug claims, law firms are now tending to make use of laws governing the control of hazardous substances.

A government MRSA adviser said it was right that the NHS was held to account.

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