Message to our patients and patient families following London-wide power outage

5 Oct 2026, 5:29 p.m.

A message to our patients and patient families - 5 October 2026

Following a London-wide power outage today, we experienced some local issues at GOSH.

We would like to apologise for any inconvenience or concern caused if you or your family were affected.

Our focus is always on providing the safest and best possible care for our patients, and we are pleased to confirm all issues have now been resolved.

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