Estates investment protects buildings and safeguards clinical services at CGH

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is continuing a comprehensive estates maintenance programme at Cheltenham General Hospital (CGH) to protect buildings, improve safety and ensure resilient clinical environments for patients and staff.

Delivered by Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS) Estates team, the programme addresses known risks associated with ageing infrastructure, fire safety and building fabric across the hospital site.

A high‑level gutter inspection and clearance is currently underway, supported by specialist scaffolding that will remain in place for several months. This proactive work is essential to prevent blockages, reduce the risk of water ingress and protect the hospital’s building fabric. The scaffolding also enables safe access for general maintenance activities, helping to reduce long-term roof damage and avoid future unplanned repair costs.

Alongside this, phased lead roof replacement works at St Pauls Wing are continuing in areas with known water ingress, end‑of‑life coverings or structural deterioration. These works help maintain the integrity of the building envelope, prevent internal damage and support safe, dry clinical environments.

Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units serving operating theatre lighting systems are being replaced as part of a planned estates strategy. These upgrades ensure continuity of illumination during power disturbances, maintain compliance with HTM 06, and reduce the risk of equipment failure during critical surgical procedures.

Jamie Lavis, GHFT Portfolio Director of Estates and Facilities said:

“Well‑maintained buildings are fundamental to safe, effective healthcare. This programme focuses on tackling known risks, protecting our estate and maintaining environments that allow clinical teams to deliver care safely and without interruption. Proactive maintenance is one of the most important investments we can make in patient safety.”

Mark Johnston Wood, Director of Estates and Facilities, said:

“This work shows the scale and importance of planned estates maintenance across a complex hospital site. By addressing issues such as roof integrity, power resilience and fire safety, we are protecting critical services and supporting safe clinical environments. I would also like to thank patients, visitors and staff for their patience and cooperation while this essential work is carried out.”