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Who is Yvette Cooper?

Yvette Cooper is a prominent figure in UK politics, currently serving as the Shadow Home Secretary. In the context of this story, she is quoted as the Health Secretary, urging the NHS to prepare for summer heat pressures. This reflects her role in holding the government accountable and advocating for public health strategies.

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NHS England saw 7.3 million A&E attendances in its busiest ever summer Yvette Cooper says NHS must prepare for annual summer heat pressures NHS urged to prepare for heatwaves like winter

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