In a ‘third world’ experience, the great-grandfather is left on the hospital floor for 12 hours, wheezing for air and sobbing in agony before his bed is wheeled into the corridor.

‘I have no animosity toward the individuals who were present, as they are limited by their resources; however, the situation is overextended.

I was aware that the NHS was in a state of disarray; however, the extent of the situation is not fully appreciated until one is actually in it or is present.

‘It is reminiscent of the hospital you envision in a third-world country. This is repulsive. On October 27, at 11 a.m., Ms.

Wakely summoned an ambulance for Martin, who had been experiencing difficulty breathing. They arrived at the Medway Maritime Hospital at midday.

Mr. Wakely, who is also a grandfather of four, is virtually bedridden due to his multiple sclerosis, which Ms. Wakely informed the paramedics about. He is tended for by his wife at home.