Ministers admit 34 hospital buildings in England have roofs that could collapse

Exclusive: Renewed fears ceilings at affected hospitals could suddenly collapse, injuring staff and patients

Thirty-four hospital buildings in England have roofs made of concrete that is so unstable they could fall down at any time, ministers have admitted.

The revelation has prompted renewed fears that ceilings at the hospitals affected might suddenly collapse, injuring staff and patients, and calls for urgent action to tackle the problem.