A topping-out ceremony for the Hospitals Transformation Programme scheme was attended by leaders, staff and project partners.

The development includes four new clinical floors, an expanded and modernised emergency department and a number of features designed to improve both patient experience and staff wellbeing, including a sky garden.

Jo Williams, group chief executive at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH) said: ‘This milestone brings us one step closer to providing high quality, sustainable care and fewer delays for everyone.

‘Each new clinical floor, the expanded ED, and even the sky gardens we're creating are all about giving our patients and staff the modern, compassionate environment they deserve. I'm incredibly proud of everyone involved in bringing this vision to life.'

The RSH expansion is being led by VINCI Building who are part of the joint venture, Integrated Health Projects.

Tony Grindrod, VINCI Building's regional director, said: ‘Today's topping out marks a significant milestone for our team and for the community. This project will deliver a modern, enhanced emergency department that improves patient care and supports the incredible work of healthcare professionals.

‘I'm immensely proud of our teams for achieving this milestone and driving forward innovation that will make a real difference to people's lives.'