Do you think the government should expand free flu vaccinations and winter‑health support after the recent flu outbreak?

Hospitals across England are seeing a sharp rise in flu admissions this winter.

On average, 1,717 flu patients were admitted per day last week, a 56% increase compared with the same period last year.

Many patients are ending up in critical care, and hospitals are under growing pressure.

Health service leaders warn this is an unusually early and intense flu season, and note that the current flu wave has yet to peak.

The surge has put significant strain on hospital beds, staff, and services, with delays in ambulance handovers already rising.

Critics argue the situation highlights the need for broader public health measures, such as expanding free flu jabs and increasing winter support to ease pressure on the NHS and protect vulnerable groups.