A&E doctors have called for nightclubs to employ paramedics to take the pressure off hospitals.
John Heyworth, the President of the College of Emergency Medicine — which represents A&E doctors - said many of those who turn up at A&E do not need to be there.
He told the BBC: “They need a lot of resources. They are often disruptive — or their friends are — and this puts a huge strain on the NHS, which frankly we could do without."
Noctis, the nightclub trade body said it was unnecessary to mandate that clubs employ paramedics.
Paul Smith, executive director, said: "Late night operators are doing a good job in terms of retailing alcohol responsibly.
"There are a whole host of reasons why people get in to trouble late at night. There is still a big issue with pre-loading, legal highs and drugs.
"If there is a club that has to constantly call out and ambulance, then there is clearly an issue there with that club.
"But there is no need for any blanket need to employ a paramedic."
