Whiston Hospital is an acute general hospital in Whiston, Merseyside, run by the Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (MWL). MAT and Warden Construction, who previously worked together at Ramsay Health Care’s Buckshaw Hospital, submitted a joint successful tender for the Whiston Hospital scheme which involved, in part, the strip-out and remodelling of … Read more
The contract will see Mitie collect and manage all healthcare-related waste produced by the Trust, including hospital gowns, gloves, testing kits, and other single-use plastics. This waste will then be treated using Mitie’s specialist autoclave technology, ‘a sustainable waste management alternative’ which can treat up to 1.8 tonnes of infectious waste, like sharp syringes, swabs … Read more
The recommendation relates to pipeline pure nitrous oxide only, meaning nitrous oxide will remain available via point-of-use cylinders in circumstances where it is judged beneficial to patient care. The organisations behind the call say decommissioning will enable NHS Trusts and Health Boards ‘to save money and reduce their environmental impact, while maintaining the highest standards … Read more
Assura explains that The Shirley Health Partnership needed new premises to provide an increased number of services to its15,000 patients. The former 1970s premises were no longer fit for purpose, the facilities were outdated, and there were not enough clinical rooms to meet the demands of patients. The company said: “The new building has seen … Read more
Head of Critical Infrastructure, Steve Wintle, said: “From bridges and viaducts to data centres and telecom facilities, the need for robust, reliable access control solutions has been a constant challenge for critical infrastructure facilities and security managers. Historically, these types of environments have been secured using traditional mechanical locks. However, as technology has advanced, there’s … Read more
The fit-out and refurbishment specialist contractor is set to commence works on the next stage of an £11 million project to expand and refresh A&E facilities at the hospital, revamping facilities at the Millennium Wing on behalf of University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. The project is an acute floor expansion, which will provide modern … Read more
A joint initiative with Dräger, which supplies many of its pendants and lighting, it features a fully equipped operating theatre, intensive care unit, and clinical washroom area. It has been created to offer a hands-on experience of advanced healthcare design and technology, and access to clinical areas – albeit simulated – that would be difficult … Read more
The project was procured via the SCAPE National Construction Framework, and the team has since started on site, with the phased work set to complete in April 2025. Additional amenities to the pre-existing facilities include a three-storey building with a ground floor ED triage area. The remaining floors will continue as open plan to the … Read more
The 400,000 ft2 Gorsey Point facility – the size of six professional football pitches – is around three times larger than the facility it replaces, providing 60,000 pallet spaces – an eight-fold increase (7,500). NHS Supply Chain, which manages the sourcing, delivery, and supply of healthcare products, services, and food, for NHS Trusts and healthcare … Read more
The UK-based healthcare architecture specialist says the plan is part of its commitment to achieving Net Zero carbon by 2050 or earlier. The practice explained: “It is written to closely correlate to its objectives and improvement aspirations within ISO 14001:2015: Environmental Management Systems. The document outlines the architect’s baseline and current carbon emissions, and sets … Read more
The 10,800 m2 modular construction, due for completion in the winter of 2025, is being built by offsite healthcare specialist construction firm, Darwin Group, which describes developments at the site as a ‘once in a generation opportunity’ for the people of Bournemouth and surrounding areas. The building will provide four levels of new wards, totalling … Read more
Dr Kirby is leader of one of the largest specialist providers of community health services in the UK, serving a population of over 1.2 million people. He received the honour at a graduation ceremony held at Eastside Rooms in Birmingham on Wednesday 17 July, presided over by Aston University Chancellor, Dr Jason Wouhra. A graduate … Read more
The ceremony, at the existing site of the Hinckley and District Community Hospital, marked the start of construction work planned and commissioned by NHSPS – in partnership with Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland ICB – to build a £24.6 million facility, providing CT and MRI scans, endoscopy, X-ray, and ultrasound facilities. Andrew Strange, Estate Strategy lead … Read more
Carrier is part of Carrier Global Corporation, reportedly a ‘global leader’ in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The training academy offers trainee engineers and technicians hands-on experience with Carrier’s commercial product portfolio, including heat pumps, chillers, and air-handling units. Trainees can also gain skills in service repairs and upgrades, such as VFD (Variable Frequency Drives), … Read more
NHS England identified the need for a new site and, in response to the higher activity levels, NHSPS secured a lease on the new unit, and £1 million in capital funding for the required upgrades. The new base will link over 25 hospitals to care for thousands of babies annually. Benefits will include greater efficiency … Read more
