Our history
From our beginnings in the late 19th century we have grown to become one of the busiest urgent and emergency care responders in the world.
Celebrating 60 years of #TeamLAS
April 2025 marked 60 years since a London-wide emergency service was created in 1965 when one ambulance service was formed in London from parts of nine existing services.
Over the past decades, the Service has significantly transformed. The days of transporting patients with just a stretcher, a splint and basic breathing apparatus are long gone. We now have an ambulance fleet fit for the 21st century including fully electric ambulances, sophisticated technology, life-saving medications and interventions, as well as up to date digital equipment to aid response to patients.
Explore the pages below to view a more detailed timeline, learn more about our future, and find out about the events we are hosting where you can learn to save a life.
