THE MINOR injuries unit at Dawlish Hospital is closed today, it has been announced.

And the MIU at Totnes Community Hospital has reduced capacity.

NHS leaders have urged anyone needing care should call 111 or visit 111.nhs.uk to be directed to the most appropriate service.

The Urgent Treatment Centre at Newton Abbot Community Hospital is open, but patients are advised to check.

An NHS spokesman said: ‘We apologise for any inconvenience this causes.’