News - London Ambulance Service NHS Trust

12 Jan 2024

New era of greener ambulances caring for patients in London

The first fully electric ambulance to respond to emergency 999 calls in London went out on its maiden voyage on New Year’s Eve. As the capital saw the arrival of […]

9 Jan 2024

Health Secretary thanks frontline staff in first visit to ambulance service

Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, the Rt Hon Victoria Atkins, thanked London Ambulance Service (LAS) staff for their hard work during a visit to the capital’s ambulance […]

9 Jan 2024

Conquer an iconic London landmark with New Year fitness challenge

Londoners looking for a New Year’s challenge can defy their fears of heights and climb up to the top of the iconic O2 Arena in Greenwich to raise vital funds […]

29 Dec 2023

London Ambulance Service’s Chief Medical Officer recognised in New Year Honours list

The Chief Medical Officer of London Ambulance Service, Dr Fenella Wrigley, has been awarded an MBE in the King’s New Year’s Honours list for services to the NHS. Fenella has […]

29 Dec 2023

Associate Director of Operations awarded a prestigious King’s Ambulance Service Medal

A long-standing member of the London Ambulance Service team has been awarded the King’s Ambulance Service Medal for distinguished service as part of the New Year’s Honours. Cathy-Anne Burchett, Associate Director […]

27 Dec 2023

Selfless paramedic left speechless after Christmas surprise

A paramedic at London Ambulance Service who has delivered thousands of Christmas presents to sick children was given a surprise visit to meet his Manchester United heroes. For more than […]

Londoners are being urged to celebrate safely, look after themselves and only use 999 in serious medical emergencies.

21 Dec 2023

“Please use 999 wisely” – medics appeal to Londoners as festive demand increases

Medics at London Ambulance Service are calling on Londoners to look after themselves over the festive period and only use 999 in a serious medical emergency as seasonal illnesses begin […]

A picture of Marek in his London Ambulance paramedic uniform at Waterloo Ambulance Station.

18 Dec 2023

Dramatic short film featuring London Ambulance Service paramedic released

A dramatic short film giving a glimpse into the rewarding work of a paramedic at London Ambulance Service is being released today. Marek Lowicz-Brady features in the six-minute film which […]

12 Dec 2023

Thrill seekers called to defy fear of heights and support London heroes

Londoners are invited to rise above their fear of heights and take on an adrenaline-fueled 52 metre climb over a London landmark to support medics who save lives every day. […]

8 Dec 2023

Chief Paramedic urges Londoners to stay safe this weekend as calls to 999 soar

Londoners are being encouraged to look after themselves and their loved ones this weekend as calls to 999 have risen by nearly 30%. Yesterday (7 December), London Ambulance Service received […]

5 Dec 2023

Voice of 999 urges revellers to celebrate safely this Christmas

The reassuring voices of 999 call handlers from London Ambulance Service are usually heard by people in life and death emergencies, but this Christmas they will ring out across all […]

1 Dec 2023

Help ambulance crews and 999 call handlers this winter as new charity campaign launches

A paramedic who helps 999 call handlers cope with distressing calls is asking Londoners to support London Ambulance Charity’s festive fundraising campaign this December. As the colder months begin to […]

29 Nov 2023

Shocking video captures moment paramedic pushed by patient

WARNING: ATTACHED VIDEO CONTAINS IMAGES OF PHYSICAL ASSAULT AND VIOLENCE London Ambulance Service has released video footage of the moment a paramedic was pushed out the back of an ambulance […]

16 Nov 2023

‘You had me at 999’ – blue-light couple recalls emergency that lit up their romance

A paramedic and a police officer have recalled the moment romantic sparks started to fly in an episode of the capital’s newest dating podcast. London Ambulance Service paramedic Paige Wilkins […]

13 Nov 2023

Wreaths laid as London Ambulance Service pays respect at Remembrance Day ceremony

Staff at London Ambulance Service gathered on Friday (10 November) to commemorate those who lost their lives in military conflict and recognise the crucial role the armed forces play in […]

10 Nov 2023

London Ambulance Service scoops Mayor award for second year running

A trail-blazing apprenticeship scheme that allows people with no clinical skills to get the medical training and experience they need to become qualified paramedics has won a prestigious award from […]

8 Nov 2023

Star of life-saving video urges Londoners to learn simple skills

A paramedic will become a familiar face to thousands of schoolchildren after appearing alongside a TV-star doctor teaching people how to save lives by recognising when someone is in cardiac […]

A picture of Cali-Maii in a London Ambulance vehicle pretending to drive it.

7 Nov 2023

Schoolgirl, 6, saves mum’s life during severe asthma attack

A six-year-old girl has saved her mum’s life by dialling 999 when she suffered a severe asthma attack that could have been fatal. Cali-Maii Ball, from Hornchurch in east London, […]

3 Nov 2023

“Exceptional” ambulance medic wins Mayor’s top work award

A man who was inspired to join London Ambulance Service by the paramedic who saved his life has scooped a prestigious award from the Mayor of London at a ceremony […]

2 Nov 2023

Chief Executive pays tribute to Maria Del Pilar Odiaga Roca

Maria Del Pilar Odiaga Roca, Cleaning Operative, Premises Cleaning Department It is with enormous sadness that we announce that our colleague Maria Del Pilar Odiaga Roca has passed away, following […]

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