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On International Women’s Day – a day where we celebrate women’s achievements across the globe – we wanted to take the opportunity to recognise the women we work alongside. 

Seven-year-old Ewan McNeil from Salisbury, won a competition to name the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust’s new bear mascot.

Stephen Otter has announced his intention to step down as Chair of the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust to take up a rare job opportunity overseas.

Dr John Martin has been appointed as the Chief Executive at the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust.

To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week ,  applications are being accepted for a new apprenticeship pathway for those looking to become a paramedic in the South West of England.

Vicki Brown, an Advanced Clinical Practitioner in Critical Care at South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) and Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (GWAAC), has been recognised in the King’s New Year Honours.

The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) is urging communities across the region to use its services responsibly this festive period, as it prepares for a challenging and busy time.

Dr John Martin has today (Tuesday 19 December 2023) formally taken on the role of Chief Executive at South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT).