Temporary restrictions at Altnagelvin Hospital's A&E as remedial work underway

Remedial work is set to get underway at Altnagelvin Hospital’s Emergency Department (ED) today (Wednesday, 11 October) for approximately ten days.

The work is to repair and improve the flooring in the ‘Majors 1’ area of the Department.

To facilitate the works during this period ‘Majors 1’ will close, meaning a small reduction in seating and treatment space during this time.

A spokesperson said: “To support the continuation of safe care for our ED patients we have re-allocated seven spaces at our Ambulatory Care Unit (Level 2, Tower Block, Altnagelvin Hospital).

“This will be staffed by the ED team for patients being admitted into the hospital for further diagnostics, treatment and care.

“Due to the temporary reduction in available space, we would ask if you are attending the Emergency Department at Altnagelvin Hospital over the next few weeks, to please do so alone. Exemptions will apply to children and adults with communication difficulties/additional needs.

“We would also encourage you to consider other appropriate avenues of care, such as, their local Pharmacy, their GP, GP Out Of Hours or the Urgent Care and Treatment Centre in Omagh during this time.

“Thank you for your cooperation and patience.”