The National Ambulance Service (NAS) has officially addressed reports concerning the operational status of its ambulance fleet. These reports suggested that a significant number of ambulances were permanently grounded.
NAS officials have clarified that the figures presented reflect a temporary operational snapshot. They stated this situation is not a fixed or permanent condition for the fleet.
The service aims to correct the public perception created by these reports. They emphasized their commitment to maintaining a functional fleet to serve the public.
Further details on the maintenance schedules and operational readiness of the ambulances were not immediately available.