"Waiting times"

Arrived approx 13.30 Sunday 31/10/21. The person I took was epileptic and also has Aspergers. They had bloods taken. Wait time showed approximately 6 hours. Waited almost 9 hours. Constant stream of ambulances during this time. Asked do an update at about 8pm and told delays with bloods doctors but nothing specific and could be some time. Sorry to say a few patients looked to be suffering in the waiting room and one elderly person violently vomited blood across the floor. A lot. Not sure why they had not been prioritised but they were quickly ushered through after that. Hard chairs, no drinking water available, empty vending machine. They should at least have some means of refreshments available. I will not knock the staff as all brilliant as usual. I wish that Government or whoever made decisions to close A&E's across the country and reduce staffing, finance, etc. were made to sit in these places to see what goes on. They don't. Our outcome was a good one. For some probably not so. Please consider at least proving free water as an alternative to paying extortionate amounts for vending. Not everyone has money. Also, more vending machines for food and snacks and pop for those more fortunate people. I did run to the main entrance to the shop but this was closed as was the Costa. I was told there was a hot food vending machine outside the restaurant (which was closed by this time) but it would not accept my card. So, really hungry and thirsty and still longer to sit and wait. Only water from the toilet sinks to drink. On a parting note, I would like to thank the staff and the NHS for their services and dedication.