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CHELSEA AND WESTMINSTER HOSPITAL, FULHAM ROAD, KENSINGTON AND CHELSEA, GREATER LONDON. Kenneth Clarke, Secretary of State for Health, posed beside the foundation stone for Chelsea and Westminster Hospital with senior staff involved in the project
Laing Management Contracting worked on the construction of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital on behalf of the North West Thames Regional Health Authority between 1989 and 1993. The new teaching hospital was built on the site of the old St Stephens Hospital, which was demolished in the early months of 1989. The use of fast track construction techniques enabled the entire project to be completed in less than 5 years. The hospital was officially opened by the Queen on 13 May 1993. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 24318384
Filename: jlp01_11_46294_11.jpg
Size: 5204 x 5257 (5.7MB)
Date: 7th February 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: A© Historic England Archive. Joh
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
1990s Ceremony Government Historic Person Hospital People Posed
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. Secretary of State for Health, Kenneth Clarke, stands proudly beside the foundation stone, surrounded by senior staff involved in this monumental project. Constructed between 1989 and 1993 by Laing Management Contracting on behalf of the North West Thames Regional Health Authority, this new teaching hospital replaced the old St Stephens Hospital that was demolished earlier that year. The use of innovative fast track construction techniques allowed for the completion of the entire project in less than five years. The importance of this occasion is further highlighted by its official opening on May 13th, 1993, graced by none other than Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II herself. This historic event marked a milestone not only for healthcare but also for Kensington and Chelsea as a whole. Preserved within this print from A© Historic England Archive is an enduring testament to progress and dedication in providing quality medical care to communities. It serves as a reminder that behind every great institution lies countless individuals who have contributed their expertise and passion towards its realization. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back to a time when hope and excitement filled the air—a symbol of unity between government officials, healthcare professionals, and local residents working together towards creating something truly remarkable.
