A ground breaking wall safe for university accommodation has been launched by Vecta Safes. The only wall-mounted safe designed for student rooms, the compact Vecta Personal Safe is ideal for use where space is at a premium. It offers space-saving, secure storage for keys, ID and valuables, and can be
Your home is your sanctuary. Not only is it the place where you spend most of your time, but it’s also where you keep all of your belongings and house the most valuable thing in your life – your family. As such, it’s vitally important that your home is both
It’s a very strange and humbling understanding, that the item in the museum’s glass case in front of you is so many times older than you are! That the person who made it might not have thought much beyond its primary use, much less that it would be a lasting
Many homeowners have begun to invest in a variety of solar products to help operate aspects of their home. Solar panels are no longer only used on rooftops to help generate electricity. Solar panels are now available in a variety of shapes and sizes which makes them convenient to be
Stricter regulations within the electrical industry would have a significant uplift on the economy while also driving massive improvements in public safety, a leading industry figure has said. Speaking yesterday morning (Thurs Sept 19) on BBC Radio Scotland, Fiona Harper, The Secretary of the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB), welcomed
The Building Services Engineering Association (BESA) says it is starting to devise the first British Standard for healthy buildings. The association said that owing to a series of factors including the rise of the human wellness industry, an increase of cases in occupational asthma and climate change, it had started
The construction of a new data centre is back on track following the rapid adoption of its electricity infrastructure by Energy Assets Networks (EAN), one of Britain’s leading independent distribution network operators (IDNO). An Independent connection provider (ICP) approached EAN when delays to the adoption of HV assets serving a
Most of us have encountered that moment in our youth when stealing becomes something of a dare, and we must make that moral choice of whether or not to risk our innocence. Maybe it starts with a piece of gum from the corner store or a bracelet from the jewelry
Modern high tech site security to protect your property and people Theft and vandalism costs the construction industry over £800 million per year in terms of the losses and the costs involved in taking remedial action after thefts and acts of vandalism. As a result, good construction site security is
Castle Building Services (Castle) has been awarded a contract for a new £9.8 million state-of-the-art healthcare facility in York. Working on behalf of principal contractor, Kier Construction, Castle has been appointed to provide a full range of mechanical, electrical and plumbing services on a new seven-suite endoscopy facility for York
A ground breaking wall safe for university accommodation has been launched by Vecta Safes. The only wall-mounted safe designed for student rooms, the compact Vecta Personal Safe is ideal for use where space is at a premium. It offers space-saving, secure storage for keys, ID and valuables, and can be conveniently installed at eye level, taking up zero floor space. Offering peace of mind for students and vacation-time guests alike, this award-winning safe is British designed and is the only safe in its class to have UK Police Secured by Design accreditation. It has also successfully undergone Sold Secure testing by the Master Locksmith Association. Its slim profile means it can be unobtrusively installed on any wall, for instance above a desk or behind a door. It has no sharp edges and clean modern looks that blend with most décor. Made to be user-friendly as well as secure, this easy-to-use safe opens with a 4-digit, customisable user code and closes with a one-touch locking mechanism. An electronic master code and override keys ensure that the safe can be accessed by an administrator in the event of a lockout. Requiring no electrical installation, an LCD display indicates when batteries need replacing. Compact but large enough to hold critical valuables such as keys, cash, ID, flash drives and jewellery, both students and vacation-time guests alike can benefit from the convenient security offered by the Vecta Personal Safe. The Vecta Personal Safe is priced at £107.50 plus VAT. For more information contact sales@vectasafes.co.uk Background information The Vecta Personal Safe was conceived and designed by John Fearnall and Simon Fildes from their offices in Chester. John is a British entrepreneur with decades of experience in designing security products supplied to police forces and community safety initiatives within the UK. Working together with Simon, a marketing specialist, they have travelled the world using hotel safes on a daily basis. Their invention, the Vecta Personal Safe, is designed to provide a convenient, secure safe for students and university accommodation guests, which can be easily sited at eye level. The Vecta Personal Safe features include: Compact design that can be conveniently wall mounted Clean, designer looks to blend in with student room décor Eye-level fitting for convenience and ease of use Fast opening and one-touch locking Superior security to most 5-Star hotel room safes The Vecta Personal Safe, with its contemporary looks and total usability, is designed to provide the convenience and protection required to meet the security needs of university accommodation today.
Your home is your sanctuary. Not only is it the place where you spend most of your time, but it’s also where you keep all of your belongings and house the most valuable thing in your life – your family. As such, it’s vitally important that your home is both comfortable and secure, and your windows and doors play a big part in this. Not only are they the first line of defence in protecting your property (as they’re generally the first point of entry that would-be intruders target), they also allow you to regulate your interior light levels, temperature and airflow. That’s why investing in security screens in Perth is such a wise move. Once they’re installed on your doors on windows, they allow you to drastically improve the safety and comfort levels of your home. Curious to learn more about how they do this? Then make sure you read on the find out more about the 4 reasons you need to invest in security screens. A Safer & More Secure Home Break-ins and burglaries are an unfortunate reality of modern life. As we mentioned before, the first areas that burglars target when trying to gain access to your property are your windows and doors. Even secure-looking heavy wooden doors can be quite easily broken down, and glass windows are easily shattered if the person breaking in is really determined to get inside. With stainless steel mesh and strong frames, security screens can’t be cut or broken, which makes it far, far harder for would-be intruders to gain access to your home. In fact, because they’re visible from the outside, they’ll actually reduce the chances of your home being targeted in the first place (most burglars don’t want to work any harder than they have to when breaking into houses). Installing security screens means that you can always enjoy the peace-of-mind that comes from knowing that your home is as safe and sound as possible. This is especially valuable if you travel often and want to rest assured that you’ll always come back to a home that’s exactly the way you left it. Improved Ventilation & More Natural Light There’s nothing quite like throwing open the windows and doors to let in lots of gorgeous natural sunlight, especially when the weather is nice and there’s a lovely breeze blowing. It can make your home a lot more pleasant and even make it feel more spacious. However, as we mentioned before, the potential for burglaries, break-ins and home invasions often makes it unsafe to do this. That is unless you have security screens installed on your windows and doors. Once you do, you’re able to prevent your home from feeling dark, dingey and musty and let in all the fresh air and natural light you want. Lower Energy Costs The ability to freely open your windows and doors enabled by security screens isn’t just good for improving the light and airflow in your home, it can also help to lower your energy consumption (and the associated bills). This is because it enables you to more easily regulate the temperature of your home. For example, if you get home after a hot summer day, you can cool your entire house down rapidly by opening all of your doors and windows to the cool evening breeze. If you didn’t have security screens installed, then you’d most likely have to cool your home down and make it comfortable by cranking up the air conditioner and using up a lot of expensive electricity. To maximise your energy efficiency, it’s also advisable to combine your security screen installation with double glazed windows in Perth to help you reduce heat loss in the winter and lower your heating costs. Add Value To Your Home When making any decisions about your home, it’s always advisable to consider how they’ll affect its resale value. This is another reason why it makes a lot of sense to invest in security screens. The truth of the matter is that potential homebuyers make their decisions based on emotions as well as logic. If having security screens installed on your home can help to convince them that they’ll be purchasing a safe, reliable and comfortable home for them and their family, chances are they’ll actually be willing to pay more than they otherwise would. So there you have it. While they might be a little more expensive than other doors and windows, installing security screens is an extremely smart investment that can help to make your home safer, more comfortable and more valuable.
It’s a very strange and humbling understanding, that the item in the museum’s glass case in front of you is so many times older than you are! That the person who made it might not have thought much beyond its primary use, much less that it would be a lasting record of their era. That it would survive not only them and the intended original owner, but so many centuries after. It makes you wonder what will remain long after we’re gone, and realise how important it is that such items are preserved as information for the future. It is always heart-breaking to hear if a museum piece or artwork has been destroyed by natural causes or human interference. While only so much can be done to prevent the latter, museums have an abundance of technology at their disposal. According to the Smithsonian, the most damaging causes of deterioration are: Neglect — lack of process, forgotten storage, or failure to maintain records can lead to secondary deterioration causes, such as… Water — from full-scale floods to creeping damp, water can cause so many problems for artefacts. Fire — of course, fire will obliterate many artefacts, but those that survive may also be damaged by the heat and smoke. Pollutants — dirt and gas can react badly with some artefacts, hastening their decay. Chemicals in cleaning can also erode away materials. Even the oils on your hands can be harsh enough to pollute some delicate artefacts. Pests — taxidermy and natural materials can find themselves rapidly ruined by a hungry rodent or greedy bugs. Light — sunlight or artificial light can cause fading, drying, and cracking. Physical force — everything from impact to vibrations can affect artefacts. This is why museums display their pieces in cases or behind designated barriers. Of course, this isn’t always fool-proof. For example, did you know Michelangelo’s David has a delicate flaw in its ankles? A slight shift in angle, a strong vibration from a train or footfall, or a natural disaster like an earthquake would send David tumbling. Theft and vandalism — intentional damage by vandals or mishandling by thieves can obviously cause an artefact or artwork’s condition to fall. One of the more difficult to control elements of potential deterioration is a combination of humidity and temperature. These two elements are noted to be able to accelerate the rate of decay, growth of mould, or warping. Without adequate protection, the cost of artefact lost can be immeasurable, from a loss of monetary value to a loss of any physical record of that item. Take the Oxford Dodo for example, which is the most complete single dodo specimen anywhere in the world. And yet, all that has survived is the head and a foot thanks to an infestation noted in the specimen around 1755; feather mites are highlighted as the main culprit for devouring the taxidermy dodo’s torso, wings, and feathers. Preservation Equipment advises that a high humidity can encourage fungal growth and pests in natural materials; could better temperature and humidity controls have saved more of the last dodo specimen? Humidity and temperature can not only encourage pests, but also bring a whole host of other problems. The Telegraph reported how, when the glass roof of the Natural History Museum was cleaned of around 150 years’ worth of dirt, it was quickly discovered that the gathered dirt and the decision to remove the solar reflective film from the glass had had unintended side effects. The result? Temperatures in the museum soared to 40°C and the humidity tumbled, and the artefacts and specimens have already suffered irreversible damage, the article states. The skin of specimens has cracked and dried, fading as they have been sun-bleached, and whale skeletons are also degrading as a result. The museum is not only looking into replacing the solar reflective film, but also at installing a new HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system to try and save the artefacts. The problem of correct temperature and humidity control stretches beyond the UK. Over in Denmark, the country faces losing many historical artefacts due to a rise in damp and mould growing in its museum storage areas, which are reported to lack air conditioning units. CPH Post commented that the museums are using old buildings such as barns or lofts to store the artefacts, which means they aren’t being protected by any level of temperature control. More than 70,000 items are at risk of being destroyed as a result of 118 buildings used for storage being marked as riddled with mould. For both stored and displayed artefacts, it is vital that temperature and humidity are monitored closely. The optimum temperature is between 16°C and 20°C — though temperatures as low as 10°C probably won’t cause harm, the risk of condensation grows for anything below 10°C. In terms of humidity, the advised relative humidity is between 40% and 70%, to avoid drying out items or encouraging pest or fungal infestations. It has also been noted that rapid fluctuation in humidity can be problematic. A good HVAC system is invaluable for both museum and home collectors with artefacts to preserve. With this, temperatures and humidity can be monitored and controlled quickly, providing much-needed protection from the elements when it comes to artefacts and artwork. Sources:
Many homeowners have begun to invest in a variety of solar products to help operate aspects of their home. Solar panels are no longer only used on rooftops to help generate electricity. Solar panels are now available in a variety of shapes and sizes which makes them convenient to be added to household items such as flagpoles, pool covers, and gate openers. If you have never considered adding a solar gate opener to your property, this article will help you understand how you can make your home a little bit smarter by using the latest solar technology. Here are some ways that your home can become a little smarter with the use of a solar gate opener. Easy to Maintain One of the main deterants from owning any item is the level of difficulty it is to maintain it. For example, if you want to purchase a gate for your property, it is smart to invest in one that is easy to maintain, is affordable, and can even be installed by yourself. There are solar gate openers on the market that fit this criteria. In fact, many gate openers that can help you to reduce your carbon footprint while securing your property can be found here. Take Advantage of Speed Do you live in a part of town that is a cause for concern? Are you interested in investing in a solar gate opener that can operate fast but still be efficient? Luckily, there are solar gate openers available that utilize radio frequencies and mechanics that can offer a speedy solution to your gate closure needs. This kind of gate opens automatically when you arrive with the click of a button; no more having to get out of your car to open the gate yourself. Keep Your Home Safe Many choose to install a solar gate opener as a way to help keep vandals and unwelcome visitors off of their property. The easiest way to accomplish this goal is to invest in a gate that provides an automatic opener or one with a keypad. Doing so will ensure that you are able to access your gate easily without having to get out of your car. Solar Power Means You Always Have Power Nothing is worse than coming home after a long day at the office to find out that your gate will not open due to the lack of power. When you use electricity to power your gate, it is unreliable. The power could go out at any time, creating a problem for you when you want to access your property. If the power is out, the gate won’t work. Homeowners are taking this into consideration because a solar powered gate opener is reliable and is unlikely to falter. Conclusion There are many reasons to invest in a solar gate opener. Convenience, saving time and money, and keeping your home safe are all reasons to consider buying a solar gate opener.
Stricter regulations within the electrical industry would have a significant uplift on the economy while also driving massive improvements in public safety, a leading industry figure has said. Speaking yesterday morning (Thurs Sept 19) on BBC Radio Scotland, Fiona Harper, The Secretary of the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB), welcomed moves by the Scottish Government to publish a consultation on the regulation of electricians. She told the BBC’s Andrew Black why change must come sooner rather than later. “In Scotland at this moment in time anyone can call themselves an electrician and carry out electrical work,” Fiona said. “Even if you decided tomorrow, Andrew, that radio is no longer for you, you could buy a van, call yourself an electrician, and it wouldn’t be against the law. “But electrical installation is what is described as a safety-critical activity. It’s always important that installations are safe, because if not, they can result in injury or death.” News of the consultation contained in the 2019-20 Programme for Government released earlier this month was immediately endorsed by SJIB and SELECT, the electrotechnical trade association. Both are among bodies campaigning to raise public awareness about the need to use registered electricians. “Some faults lie hidden for years, lurking behind a socket, under a floorboard or hidden in a wall, just waiting for a combination of circumstances for a flashpoint to occur,” said Fiona, who is also Head of Employment Affairs at SELECT. SELECT has estimated that as many as 16% of all domestic electricians operating in this country are either unqualified or under-qualified. They and others want the title of electrician protected in law, helping to ensure that anyone claiming to be an electrician would have the necessary qualifications, knowledge and experience to carry out work. “We would estimate that upskilling training would cost around £1,000 per person, so if that meant 10,000 unqualified or under-qualified people, that’s about £2million,” Fiona said. “But the benefit to the Scottish economy would be huge. We have made a cautious estimate of the net benefits to Scotland from proper, recognised, regulated electricians of around £58million. “By upskilling the workforce and regulating the playing field we would inevitably reduce damage caused by faulty work, there would be fewer injuries and deaths and better-functioning installations – but most importantly, happier and safer consumers.”
The Building Services Engineering Association (BESA) says it is starting to devise the first British Standard for healthy buildings. The association said that owing to a series of factors including the rise of the human wellness industry, an increase of cases in occupational asthma and climate change, it had started to design the standard to “establish performance benchmarks for healthier buildings”. BESA has launched a new Health and Well-being in Buildings Group to support this work. Nathan Wood, chair of this group, said: “The building engineering sector has tended to measure its success in terms of energy performance, and the scrutiny on that will only increase as we look for ways to deliver the government’s vision of a net zero-carbon economy.” Wood added: “However, growing concern about how the indoor environment affects physical and mental health means we have a much wider social responsibility. Indoor air quality can be five times worse than outdoor conditions due to the mixture and concentration of pollutants. The focus on reducing carbon is an opportunity to address quality issues in the widest sense and ensure our built environment is reshaped to be fit for the future.” BESA’s national conference on 21 November will also be themed around these topics.
The construction of a new data centre is back on track following the rapid adoption of its electricity infrastructure by Energy Assets Networks (EAN), one of Britain’s leading independent distribution network operators (IDNO). An Independent connection provider (ICP) approached EAN when delays to the adoption of HV assets serving a new section of a data centre campus threatened to compromise the site’s development schedule. Wiltshire-based Ark Data Centres builds and operates facilities that power IT systems critical to connectivity across a growing range of services accessed via smartphone, computer, tablet or other electronic devices. They are central to the way that businesses engage with their customer base. The project was at risk of missing critical deadlines, so the ICP which installed the network contacted EAN to adopt the assets. EAN is thought to be the only IDNO with an in-house legal resource and, as a result, was able to conclude multiple land rights agreements within a 12-week period from inception to adoption. At the same time, the company’s technical team completed all the necessary connections certifications and documentation with the distribution network operator and meter operator. Lewis Rogers, Head of Construction at Ark Data Centres, commented: “EAN worked with us to understand the criticality of the deadline dates, whist maintaining a focus on the importance of a robust adoption process. This practical approach mitigated against the potential for long delays we were facing with the DNO. “The EAN team mobilised professionally and quickly to help us maintain the programme of works that will ensure the facility is brought online as scheduled.” Symon Gray, Compliance and Standards Manager at EAN, said: “As a business, we possess a positive and flexible mindset when it comes to network adoption. Our investment in in-house legal and technical resources means we are able to complete ownership agreements professionally and in a timely manner, creating optimal value for ICPs and businesses.” To find out more, go to www.energyassetsnetworks.co.uk
Most of us have encountered that moment in our youth when stealing becomes something of a dare, and we must make that moral choice of whether or not to risk our innocence. Maybe it starts with a piece of gum from the corner store or a bracelet from the jewelry store. Whatever form takes on, we all know that stealing is wrong and has punishable repercussions, but it does happen more than we think. It’s been said that theft takes up 37% of retail loss in the United States, in the form of inventory, and/or time and billing. That’s a huge number to account for, especially for a local “ma & pa” shop. For this reason, I’ve put together a list of 5 must-have to prevent theft in any brick and mortar store: Trained Employees Having trustworthy and trained employees is critical to having a successful business. 30% of theft has been said to come from the employees themselves. It’s very important to be organized enough to track where all your inventory is; coming or going. Remind your staff that you keep track of everything and will always notice when something is off. Keep them trained on how to spot a shoplifter, and what do to when they encounter one. It may be worth it for you to hire outside help with this training, but it may be well worth the investment. Mirrors Sometimes it’s enough to just have a better view of the whole store. We don’t have eyes on the back of our heads, (although that would be fun!) so to see better, invest in some good mirrors to be hung in those hard to reach areas of the store. It’ll be easier for your employees to keep their eyes on your customers, without having to follow them around and create an awkward situation. Video Cameras Having video cameras could literally save your company, not just in theft, but in an emergency. Companies like Mobile Video Guard are easily prepared to set you up with all the equipment and recording devices you could imagine, and answer any questions you may have on the matter. Setting up recording cameras is preventative and reassurance that you can always lean on that evidence if something were to happen outside of your control. Rather than spending money on security guards, which can create mistrust between you and the clients (not to mention the payroll for them) security cameras are the most reliable, and cost-effective way to watch your customers (and employees), and keep them accountable for their actions. Security Systems You’ll have to narrow down what type of system would work best for you, but I would recommend looking into a security system for your storefront. Look for something that works with tags and towers; towers that get placed at all exits and the system will flash and make loud sounds if anyone tries to remove a tagged item from your store; allowing staff to alert the appropriate authorities. Employees should be the only ones that are able to remove the tags once an item is purchased. Employee Time Tracking Systems You may be surprised to hear this, but time theft is a real concern when it comes to staff and payroll. Employees are trusted with your time while on the job, but who’s to say that they aren’t pushing their limits, accounting for more hours than what is being put in. Payroll is a huge expense within a business and can make or break your monthly budgets. Just because it’s not an item being stolen; doesn’t mean it isn’t stealing. Time theft is always a concern but can be managed easily with the proper system in place. You’ll have to ask around or do some research to find what would work best for your specific company, but I’ve seen time stamps hold many employees accountable for their time. The investment will be well worth the savings! It’s a bit of a hard pill to swallow when you must track your employees just as much as your customers, but it’s always better to be safe than sorry in situations like this. Theft can bring a business to its knees, so it’s worth it to do the research and investments at the beginning. These assurances will hold everyone accountable, and help you manage your bottom line effectively. Knowing you have all these measures in place will not only create a second thought in a thief’s mind but will give you better sleep at night, knowing that if anything does happen, you have many options to fall back on. Prevention is key in circumstances like this; so, it’s always better to get ahead of the problem, instead of wishing you had.
Modern high tech site security to protect your property and people Theft and vandalism costs the construction industry over £800 million per year in terms of the losses and the costs involved in taking remedial action after thefts and acts of vandalism. As a result, good construction site security is paramount both in terms of ‘self policing’ in the way construction site personnel observe good security and through using expert help from site security professionals. Why site security is needed As the above figure shows, good site security is imperative to avoid falling victim to the huge losses experienced by the industry as a whole – or at least being able to hopefully apprehend those committing criminal acts if the worst happens. A major theft or act of vandalism not only costs money to recover from, it can put progress back considerably if work is suspended or curtailed in the aftermath of an incident. Good security is cheap at the price if it helps prevent these. Outside help Specialists offering the latest in building site security tech and expertise can help monitor a site round the clock and organise a response to incidents, and modern CCTV systems help protect construction sites of all types and sizes. Modern cameras and alarms developed for site surveillance can run without mains power, and can be moved easily so as to be in the best position as and when the site changes its configuration as work progresses. Inside help: good security practices A sad fact about many construction sites is the sometimes poor standards of diligence when observing everyday good security procedures. There have been instances of ID of site personnel not being checked properly, entrances left open – especially parts of fencing when moved aside temporality to allow a large machine access to the site or for a large delivery to be made. Basics such as doors left unlocked and keys left in machines abound unfortunately. While human error is perhaps inevitable from time to time, many sites could benefit from more stringent internal security procedures. Benefitting Health and Safety Building site security isn’t only about safeguarding premises and property; it’s also highly beneficial in helping maintain good Health and Safety standards throughout the site. This can encompass various aspects: Site access – you should run your site without putting members of the public at risk. Using CCTV and access control systems is a major step in ensuring only authorised personnel access the site. Fire – hazardous and flammable materials are to be found on many sites, and some have even more if, for example, demolition work is being carried out. Therefore, good fire alarms and CCTV systems can monitor and protect so as to keep a fire hazard area as safe as possible. General monitoring – diligent CCTV monitoring can help areas stay as safe as possible; a potentially hazardous or other wise dangerous situation can be flagged up quickly if caught on CCTV to help ensure a safe working environment. Identification – It is important for your site staff to be recognised. Having the right ID is important and will help from any unauthorised staff being where they should not. You can see examples of this from fake ID cards topfakid. There is much more legislation concerning building, design and construction. Ultimately, good site security will help your business in terms of avoiding the disruption and heavy expenses involved in dealing with an incidence of theft or vandalism. Also, further disruption and injury to personnel can be avoided if your site security provisions are used to monitor Health and Safety related activities too.
Castle Building Services (Castle) has been awarded a contract for a new £9.8 million state-of-the-art healthcare facility in York. Working on behalf of principal contractor, Kier Construction, Castle has been appointed to provide a full range of mechanical, electrical and plumbing services on a new seven-suite endoscopy facility for York Teaching Hospital NHS Trust Foundation under the NHS P21Framework. The facility will also include recovery areas, interview-discharge rooms, offices and a plant room as well as ancillary spaces. The two storey endoscopy facility is currently being constructed on top of an existing physiotherapy unit and adjacent to the neurosciences and renal departments. For that reason, it is a logistically challenging scheme to deliver. While working on the project, Castle will face several challenges, not least those associated with working on a live hospital site. To overcome this, the contractor will work closely with the Trust, its stakeholders and Kier Construction’s site team to ensure minimum disruption to patients, clinical staff and visitors. Further to the general building services, the unit requires specialised services to support its clinical function including uninterruptible power supplies and isolated power supplies as well as medical gas installations. Castle is currently working at pre-construction stage and will commence on site in July. The schedule of works is expected to last approximately 40 weeks, with the contractor expected to handover in the second quarter of 2019. Speaking about this latest contract win, Castle’s commercial director, Andrew Dawson said: “I’m delighted to announce the news of our appointment to such a prestigious scheme for York Hospital. Our previous experience of working in a clinical environment will stand us in good stead on this project. “We will be working closely with Kier’s team and other project partners to ensure we achieve all our key milestones on the project to bring it in on time and budget, ready to serve the people of York and the surrounding areas who need the vital services provided by the Endoscopy Unit.” With demand for endoscopy services set to rise on the back of the expansion of the NHS Bowel screening programme, the new unit will give York Hospital the extra capacity to meet that demand. It will also enhance the design of the department and provide patients with an improved experience when attending appointments. Kier Construction’s Senior Project Manager, Andrew Clarkson, added: “We’re looking forward to delivering this scheme and we’ll be working closely with the Trust to carry out these works whilst ensuring the hospital can continue to operate effectively on a daily basis. “This will ensure that everyone involved is working towards the same goals to bring the scheme to a successful conclusion.” Patrick Crowley, Chief Executive, York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust said: “This is the biggest capital investment for many years and will allow the Trust to provide clinical services to a growing number of patients needing endoscopy. “This is an exciting development for the Trust and it will transform our service into a centre of excellence for endoscopy, providing enhanced high quality care to our patients.”
