Alex Londono - London Ambulance Service NHS Trust

19 Jul 2024

Statement on global IT outage

Chief Executive of London Ambulance Service Daniel Elkeles said: “Following the global IT outage that has impacted some NHS services across the capital, our call handlers and ambulance crews are […]

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12 Jul 2024

It’s coming home! London Ambulance Service encourages Londoners to enjoy the Euros final safely

Senior paramedics are urging the public to enjoy the England vs Spain Euros final safely and responsibly this Sunday evening, as calls to 999 have surged by up to a […]

19 Jun 2024

“Lucky to be alive”: Hampstead resident thanks paramedics for saving his life

A 76-year old man has spoken of his gratitude to the paramedics and off duty doctors who saved his life after he suffered a cardiac arrest in a supermarket on […]

12 Jun 2024

London Ambulance Charity launches fundraising walk to improve cardiac arrest survival in the capital

London Ambulance Charity is inviting Londoners to put on their walking boots and join a family-friendly fundraising walk that takes in views of the capital’s most famous landmarks this September. Money raised […]

31 May 2024

Brave London Ambulance Service paramedic honoured by police

A London Ambulance Service paramedic who jumped onto Tube tracks to help restrain a violent passenger armed with a weapon has been awarded a police commendation for his bravery. Dean […]

17 May 2024

Ten years of saving lives: advanced paramedics pushing boundaries to care for the capital

Advanced paramedics at London Ambulance Service are celebrating their 10th anniversary – a decade in which the specialist team has given patients life-saving treatment and care that otherwise would only […]

1 May 2024

82-year-old tennis player rescued in race against time at Hampton Court Palace

A seamless response by first aiders helped save an 82-year-old tennis player after he had a cardiac arrest at Hampton Court Palace. David Peregrine-Jones, from Hampton Wick, was playing a […]

19 Apr 2024

Ready, steady, go! Ambulance Service warms up for Marathon this weekend

As the clock counts down to one of the capital’s largest annual events this Sunday, staff at London Ambulance Service are urging Londoners for their support over the busy Marathon […]

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27 Mar 2024

Use 999 and 111 wisely and stock up on medication ahead of the Easter weekend

Medics at London Ambulance Service (LAS) are appealing to Londoners to use 999 and 111 services wisely and get the medication they need before the four day weekend. Call handlers […]

22 Mar 2024

Ambulance technician embarks on Arctic adventure

An intrepid medical technician at London Ambulance Service has set off on an Arctic expedition braving sub-zero temperatures, for the first in a series of endurance events to raise money […]

4 Mar 2024

London Ambulance Service commemorates colleagues in poignant ceremony

Staff from London Ambulance Service (LAS) remembered those who lost their lives during the Covid-19 pandemic at a special ceremony held today (Monday 4 March). Staff gathered in the memorial […]

14 Feb 2024

Critically ill grandmother thanks medics for ‘gift of life’ and chance to meet her first granddaughter

A woman who survived a cardiac arrest has thanked paramedics for giving her the chance to meet the granddaughter born as she fought for her life. At an emotional reunion […]

12 Jan 2024

New era of greener ambulances caring for patients in London

The first fully electric ambulance to respond to emergency 999 calls in London went out on its maiden voyage on New Year’s Eve. As the capital saw the arrival of […]

9 Jan 2024

Conquer an iconic London landmark with New Year fitness challenge

Londoners looking for a New Year’s challenge can defy their fears of heights and climb up to the top of the iconic O2 Arena in Greenwich to raise vital funds […]

13 Nov 2023

Wreaths laid as London Ambulance Service pays respect at Remembrance Day ceremony

Staff at London Ambulance Service gathered on Friday (10 November) to commemorate those who lost their lives in military conflict and recognise the crucial role the armed forces play in […]

1 Nov 2023

MPs call on Londoners to learn how to save a life

MPs have urged Londoners to sign up to learn life-saving skills after receiving training in Parliament from London Ambulance Service experts. At an event in Portcullis House recently (Wednesday 25 […]

24 Sep 2023

Medics who saved mother-of-two hit by two trains win prestigious award

Two London Ambulance Service staff who were part of a team that helped rescue a mother who nearly died after being trapped under a train have been honoured at a […]

20 Sep 2023

Cutting-edge hybrid cars helping to improve London’s air and provide excellent patient care

New hybrid cars are driving forward London Ambulance Service’s ambition to provide care for patients using the greenest fleet of response vehicles anywhere in the country. As well as being […]

1 Sep 2023

Paramedics recall harrowing moment terror struck in London for BBC’s Critical Incident

Paramedics at London Ambulance Service have been recalling the most challenging events of their careers in BBC One’s compelling Critical Incident programme. The fourth series of the documentary show is […]

25 Aug 2023

Crowds at Notting Hill Carnival encouraged to enjoy celebrations safely

Medics at London Ambulance Service (LAS) are calling on the public to celebrate Notting Hill Carnival safely this bank holiday weekend, as the Service prepares for the biggest street festival […]

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