West Herts Hospitals NHS Trust celebrates fantastic staff

West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been celebrating its fantastic staff with a range of socially distanced activities to show how valued they are.

In a letter Christine Allen, chief executive of West Herts Hospitals NHS Trust, said: "Despite the challenges of dealing with COVID-19, we have pressed on with our redevelopment plans; installed a new CT scanner at Watford General and St Albans City Hospital; updated our digital infrastructure; and relocated our phlebotomy services at Hemel Hospital so it is more accessible and improves the patient experience.

"We have continued to innovate and to pursue our vision; the best care for every patient, every day.

But of course, the pandemic has been traumatic and testing and it continues to demand every ounce of our effort and dedication.

"We have robust plans in place and we are ready for whatever COVID-19 throws our way!

"The support of our communities has been part of our response and we are deeply grateful to everyone who has stood by us in whatever way they could.

"And so, as we say thank you to our staff, I want to take this opportunity to also thank local people for their kindness and solidarity during some very dark and difficult times.

"You can continue to help us by observing ‘hands, face, space’ and by respecting our rules around not visiting our hospitals."