Survey and enabling works are expected to continue during the spring with Hospitals Transformation Programme (HTP) construction partner Integrated Health Projects (IHP) in preparation for the new wards to open this winter. 

A spokesperson for the trust, said: ‘These two modern, purpose-built wards will make a really positive difference for our patients and a better working environment for staff. We are committed to working at pace with our new contractor and partners to have the wards operational this winter.

‘We would like to thank everyone for their patience, during the building works, as we work to improve care for everyone.'

The two modern, purpose-built wards are designed to provide improved joint working and access between surgical and rehabilitation teams and a better experience for patients. They will provide additional space in the centre of the RSH site for urgent medical care, closer to the Emergency Department.

A design and build contract was signed in September 2024 for a four-storey building at RSH as part of a contract between SaTH and IHP as part of the HTP that will see Princess Royal Hospital in Telford specialise in planned care and RSH specialise in emergency care.