Temporary relocation of St Helier Hospital’s women’s health services

We are in the early stages of planning for the temporary relocation of services from the Women's Health block at St Helier Hospital from spring 2027. 

While the building is currently safe to use, specialist advice has identified that the ageing pipework serving the block will need to be replaced. The building's water system is being carefully managed, with filters in place and regular testing confirming it is safe for patients, visitors and colleagues. However, these measures are not a permanent solution, and replacing the pipework is the safest long-term option.

Unfortunately, the work cannot be carried out while clinical services continue to operate in the building. Planning is therefore underway to temporarily relocate services while essential infrastructure work takes place.

No decisions have yet been made about where individual services will be located. Our aim is to keep as many services as possible at St Helier Hospital. Where this is not possible, we will work closely with colleagues, patients, local communities, partners and the South West London Integrated Care Board to identify the best temporary arrangements.

We are committed to keeping patients, colleagues and our communities informed and involved throughout the planning process, and further updates will be shared as decisions are made.