Our Future Hospital News

It’s an exciting time at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, with a number of large building projects starting work and some nearing completion. With so much going on, it can be hard to keep track of what exactly is happening and where, so here’s a helpful update.

A recent study of air pollution levels in and around Derriford Hospital has contributed towards University Hospital Plymouth NHS Trust’s objective of an ‘excellent’ score in the Clean Air Hospital Framework, as set out in its Green Plan.

Cancer patients are benefiting from a new specialist unit at Derriford Hospital, which aims to reduce attendances at the Emergency Department, and shorten waiting times for treatment.

So … what’s going on in Car Park F at Derriford Hospital?

At the weekend our contractors sectioned off part of Car Park F (often referred to as the disabled car park), as we will be relocating our MRI and CT scanners from Car Park B in the next few weeks.

UHP is welcoming brand-new, cutting-edge technology, which is safer for patients and precisely targets tumours, causing less damage to surrounding healthy tissues.

As of 1 May 2025, the Paediatric ED has relocated and pedestrian walk-ins will need to enter the building via the Main Entrance at the front of Derriford Hospital.

All minors (under 16) will need to be brought through the main entrance doors. Please then follow the red signs directing you to the Paediatric Emergency Department.