More coronavirus deaths announced at Peterborough City Hospital

On Tuesday (December 15) North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust said there had been 225 deaths related to the virus.

The number of coronavirus patients at hospitals run by the trust has also increased from 101 to 119 in the same period.

Today Caroline Walker, Chief Executive, for North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, said: “I can confirm that sadly, 346 patients being cared for in our Trust have passed away since we began reporting Covid-19-related deaths. There have been 113 at Hinchingbrooke Hospital and 233 at Peterborough City Hospital. All patients were aged 30 to 98 years old and had pre-existing health conditions. We are currently caring for 119 patients in our hospitals.

"Our thoughts and condolences remain with the patients' families and loved ones at this difficult time."