Defend the Whittington Hospital Coalition

A message from Jeremy Corbyn and Islington Tribune’s report of tonight’s meeting.

March 5th, 2010, No Comments

We received this message of thanks and support from Jeremy Corbyn on Monday.  We thank Jeremy and all the politicians, trade unions, pressure groups, community groups, local press and individuals who are actively involved in the Defend the Whittington Hospital Coalition and the Whittington A&E campaign in general. This battle needs our combined, unified voice [...]

The march and rally, press coverage and the next steps

March 1st, 2010, 1 Comment

Hi everyone,
Many thanks for everything you have all done to contribute towards Saturday’s march, which was a fantastic success. We estimate there were about five thousand people walking along Holloway Road to the Hospital, including many nurses and doctors who work there but are unable to show their support publicly. Many of those walking had [...]

Whittington March & Rally Today!

February 27th, 2010, No Comments

Today’s the day when thousands of Londoners tell North Central London NHS that we will not tolerate the closure of the Whittington’s A&E, and will not tolerate decisions about our healthcare being made behind our backs.
Come and join us at Highbury Corner, mid-day, for the march to the Whittington and the rally. We have a [...]

More press and getting ready for Saturday

February 25th, 2010, No Comments

There’s been more coverage in the local press today:
Ham & High:
With the future of the Whittington Hospital at stake medics have contacted the Ham&High this week to speak out against the plans to close the A&E department.
Staff at the Archway hospital have been reluctant to speak out fearing their jobs may be on the line [...]

Transport disruption on Saturday, press coverage and political support

February 24th, 2010, No Comments

This week keeps on getting busier and I know there’ll be stuff I’ve missed but this is the latest campaign news.
Transport disruption on Saturday
There are disruptions to public transport on Saturday which, while a pain, serve to highlight one of the many reasons we need to keep an A&E at the Whittington.

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