A new facility is being built backed by £22m investment to improve emergency care in east London.
London Ambulance Service (LAS) is building the East London Campus in Canning Town, designed to meet rising demand.
It will include a purpose-built ambulance station, a base for specialist paramedics trained to respond to disasters and terrorist incidents, a dedicated centre for preparing and stocking ambulances, and a new hub for servicing vehicles.
Rakesh Patel, chief finance officer and executive lead for estates and fleet at LAS, said: "This is an ambitious programme of work to modernise our services and support our transition to net zero.
"We must ensure that we can care for our communities and adapt to the changing needs of a growing population.
"With the population and infrastructure in east London continuing to grow along with demand on our services, we’re making sure our estate and facilities are fit for purpose and sustainable for future generations.
"We are proud to be creating more environmentally-friendly buildings with improved energy efficiency and modern infrastructure for both clinical and corporate functions.
"More people are calling east London their home and, as a local employer, we also need to create the best facilities for people to work for us and build a successful career at London Ambulance Service."
The new campus is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
Once operational, it will allow LAS to expand its ambulance fleet and increase the number of paramedics available to respond to emergencies.
It will also support the service’s plan to modernise its operations and move towards more sustainable, energy-efficient facilities.
East London has seen a 36.4 per cent population increase since 2002, LAS said.
This rapid growth has increased pressure on emergency services and reinforced the need for upgraded facilities, it added.
The hub will aim to streamline vehicle preparation and maintenance, ensuring ambulances are fully stocked and ready for each shift.
The Canning Town development will incorporate energy-efficient design features.
The campus will also house specialist teams trained to respond to major incidents, ensuring the service is fully prepared to handle large-scale emergencies.
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