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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Jane Kirby

NHS hospitals plagued by rats, cockroaches and silverfish, staff say

Some 17% of NHS staff do not think their building is safe (Jeff Moore/PA) - (PA Wire)

NHS hospitals and buildings are plagued by rats, cockroaches, silverfish and other pests, according to a large staff survey.

A poll of almost 9,000 health workers for the Unison union suggests pests may be thriving in damp conditions and unfixed buildings.

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