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Kier to convert conference centre at University of the West of England in to temporary NHS hospital

Source: https://www.kier.co.uk/media/

Kier, a leading provider of construction and infrastructure services, continues to support the NHS in its response to COVID-19, by converting the conference centre at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) in to a temporary hospital.This site in the south west of England, will be a new NHS Nightingale hospital and form part of the NHS’ nationwide efforts to respond to the coronavirus pandemic. By transforming the conference centre, Kier will provide North Bristol NHS Trust with additional beds and facilities, to cater for up to 1,000 patients.Procured through the Department of Health & Social Care’s ProCure22 (P22) framework, Kier and its local supply chain are now on site with works set to be complete and operational later this month.