Lauren Winser, 18, from Harold Hill, was part of our first-ever group of T-Level students who completed placements at Queen’s and King George hospitals. Lauren is now being taken on as an apprentice with us.

Patients in our Emergency Departments are tested for conditions including HIV unless they choose to opt-out. From April to October, we conducted an average of 6,857 HIV tests every month across Queen’s and King George hospitals.

The CQC has published the results of its annual maternity survey. Women were surveyed after giving birth in January and February this year.

Congratulations to Ocean A at Queen’s Hospital, which received silver in our ward accreditation scheme.

A brand-new health and care centre has opened its doors in the heart of Ilford.

Congratulations to Cornflower B at Queen’s Hospital who received their silver ward accreditation.

Gayleen Harry, from Ilford, and Geeta Bhojraz, from Upminster, have both worked for us since 1978. They were given certificates to celebrate their long service at the London Health Care Support Worker Awards, held earlier this month.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has published the results of its annual urgent and emergency care survey.

The first patient has been seen in our new Ageing Well Centre and he was full of praise of the facility, staff, and his experience.

We’re the first NHS trust in the country to achieve The 5% Club’s gold standard for our commitment to providing apprenticeship opportunities for staff.