Pembrokeshire County Council’s Leader, David Simpson, paid tribute
to the Authority’s in-house design team who were instrumental in the
planning and coordination of the scheme in collaboration with the
contractor Morgan Sindall Construction to deliver the challenging
project.
“I am very proud of the fact that the whole operation has taken just 26
days from the very first moment the Council became involved – which
started with the design work – to the completed project” said
Councillor Simpson.
“The transformation has been remarkable and will greatly assist in the
fight against the coronavirus outbreak.
“This is a truly magnificent effort by all those involved and
demonstrates just what can be achieved when everyone works
together for a common aim.
“Indeed, from the very beginning, this has been a shining example of
partnership working between ourselves – as the local authority – the
Hywel Dda University Health Board and of course by Bluestone itself
for making the site available in the first place.”
William McNamara, CEO of Bluestone added: 'We are proud to be
working alongside Hywel Dda and Pembrokeshire County Council to
deliver Ysbyty Enfys Carreg Las.
“The strength of spirit over the last month has been formidable – the
Bluestone team, Pembrokeshire County Council and the contractors
from Morgan Sindall Construction have gone above and beyond to
make the transformation possible. We are pleased to be able to play
our part to help those personally affected by the outbreak.”
Robert Williams, area director at Morgan Sindall Construction, said:
“We have been working tirelessly and in close collaboration with our
client Pembrokeshire County Council, Bluestone National Park
Resort, and Hywel Dda University Health Board to ensure the safe
and efficient delivery of the new recovery centre, with construction
having been carried out in line with government guidance on the safe
operation of sites.
“The new 130-bed facility, the construction of which was delivered by
Morgan Sindall in 17 days, will provide vital extra capacity to support
NHS hospitals in the area manage patient flow. My staff and our sub-
contractors are very proud to be part of the team supporting the NHS
on this important project.”
