Welcoming Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner for special visit

We also welcomed Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner for a special visit on 27 January.

Keir Starmer, Leader of the Labour Party, and Angela Rayner, Deputy Leader of the Labour Party, visited the emergency department (ED) and Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) Unit.

They had the opportunity to meet colleagues and find out more about the increasing demand for emergency care services and plans for a new hospital.

Following the visit to The Princess Alexandra Hospital, Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner attended the Harlow Ambulance Station to meet with their teams.

Speaking after the visit, Keir Starmer said: "Visiting your hospital today, it was clear to me that each and every one of you are working over and above to meet the care needs of the local area.

"The NHS is personal for me. My wife works in the NHS, her sister works in the NHS, and my sister is a care worker. I know how hard you are all working, in often challenging circumstances. On behalf of the Labour Party, I want to thank you for everything you do."

Lance McCarthy, chief executive, said: “We were delighted to welcome Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner to our hospital today.

“It was fantastic to introduce them to our amazing people and showcase the services we provide.

“Thank you to Keir and Angela and our teams who took part in the special visit.”

Hattie Llewelyn-Davies, chair, added: “We were proud to have the opportunity to demonstrate the wonderful achievements of our people and their hard work and dedication.

“My thanks to all involved – it was a great occasion."

Pictured above and below: Keir Starmer and Angela Rayner meeting our teams.