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Governor Elections – Ballots open on Tuesday 28 February

Date: 27/02/2023 | Category: General News

PLEASE VOTE, YOUR VOTE IS IMPORTANT!

The Trust has formally declared that elections are to be held for Bedford Borough (and its surrounding counties).

Staff constituencies

Staff – Non Clinical (Admin, Clerical, Managers, Ancillary & Maintenance) (at Bedford site): 1 seat to be elected

Staff – Registered Volunteers (Cross site): 1 seat to be elected

Issue and return of ballot papers:

Ballot papers will be mailed to qualifying Foundation Trust Staff Members in the eligible constituencies on 28 February and must be returned so that they are received by the Returning Officer (UK Engage – Election office) no later than 5:00pm on Monday, 27 March 2023.

Spoilt ballot papers:

If a voter spoils his or her ballot paper, an application may be made to Craig Poyser Returning Officer for a replacement at the address UK Engage, Image House, 10 Acorn Business Park, Heaton Lane, Stockport SK4 1AS or email bh@uk-engage.org

Lost ballot papers:

If a voter has not received their ballot paper by Tuesday, 21 March 2023 a written application may be made to Craig Poyser Returning Officer for a replacement at the address above or email bh@uk-engage.org

Unexpected closure of lifts in Beeden House and reduced lift capacity in the Main Block, Bedford Hospital

Beeden House

We have had to make the difficult decision to close both lifts in Beeden House after finding an unexpected fault during routine maintenance.

This means that there will be disruption to services and appointments on the upper floors of Beeden House.

We are currently contacting patients to find the best individual solution for them, minimise disruption and ensure they continue to receive the care they need. At this point you do not need to contact us, we will contact all affected patients.

The decision to close the lifts was hard, but we felt it was the safest decision to best protect our patients and staff.

Reduced lift capacity in the Main Block

Please be aware our lifts in the Main Block currently have reduced capacity. In order to maintain lift functions and minimise traffic in the remaining lifts, we will be prioritising high priority movements.

Staff, patients and visitors can access the main block lifts if required, but may be asked to wait at main reception while other priority movements are made. A minimum of 4 people will be required before the lift departs. Security staff operating the lifts will be mindful that not all disabilities are visible and make appropriate accommodations for non-ambulant staff and visitors.

We apologise for the inconvenience the closure of lifts and reduced lift capacity will cause.

Thank you to everyone for your patience and support.