Ambulance service staff survey shows continued improvement and rising staff confidence in 2025
North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS) has recorded continued improvement in staff experience in the 2025 NHS Staff Survey, with progress seen across all nationally recognised NHS People Promise themes and growing confidence among staff in recommending the service both as a place to work and a place to receive care.
New electric vehicle chargers funding awarded to North East Ambulance Service, supporting investment into frontline care
North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (NEAS) has been awarded £2.2 million to install rapid electric vehicle charging infrastructure across seven ambulance stations in the North East, supporting the transition to a future electric ambulance fleet and helping reduce operational costs that can be redirected into frontline care.
Better understanding, better care: NEAS improves support for people with a learning disability and autistic people
People with a learning disability and autistic people across the North East are set to receive more personalised, compassionate and effective care after North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) reached a major milestone in specialist workforce education.
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NEAS accelerates major sustainability upgrades to improve patient care and prepare for an electric fleet
NEAS has completed a series of significant sustainability milestones that are already improving patient safety, strengthening operational resilience and reducing environmental impact across the region.
NEAS education team leads a year of workforce transformation
NEAS has marked a milestone year in workforce development, driven by the ambitious and inclusive work of its education team. Their focus on high‑quality training, innovative career pathways and equitable learning has strengthened skills across the organisation and supported the delivery of more personalised care to patients across the North East.
Director spotlight: Karen O'Brien
We caught up with our Deputy Chief Executive and Director of People and Development to find out more about her and her role