The incident was declared on 3 February due to exceptional demand and was stood down on 6 February.

A trust spokesperson said: ‘We are still extremely busy. We are asking the public to continue supporting us as you have been by using NHS services wisely and choosing the most appropriate care for your needs.'

NHS services remain in high demand due to a spike in norovirus cases which are 50% above average for the time of year, according to the latest UKHSA figures.

East Cheshire NHS Trust said it was currently advising visitors to Macclesfield District General Hospital to take extra precautions following an increase in norovirus cases within its local community. 

University Hospital Southampton (UHS), meanwhile, remains in critical incident due to major disruption caused by a fire on 1 February.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB has declared a system wide major incident due to additional pressure on neighbouring services caused by the loss of 200 beds at UHS.