A new report on hospital ambulance ramping has shown while police presence has fallen, the median waiting time has increased, meaning police officers are spending more time than ever before at emergency rooms.

WA Police Union Acting President Paul Gale told Millsy and Karl on 6PR Breakfast police were working with hospitals and government to work more effectively when presenting at ERs.

“The government need to recognise this and support it better,” Mr Gale said.

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