NE Ambulance Service News - Press Releases

Bereaved families invited to take part in new research study

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:49:00 Z

North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) is inviting members of the public to take part in a new research study exploring the experiences of families following the death of a loved one outside hospital.

Honouring decades of care: ambulance colleagues recognised for their service

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:47:00 Z

Eleven North East Ambulance Service (NEAS) colleagues have been recognised for their exceptional commitment to caring for communities across the region, collectively representing more than 250 years of dedication and compassion.

On the road to better health: ambulance teams help patients stub out smoking

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 11:00:00 Z

Support for patients to stop smoking is set to be rolled out into clinical practice at North East Ambulance Service following a successful trial.

Quick thinking schoolgirl honoured by ambulance service after acting fast to help her dad

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:09:00 Z

A Washington schoolgirl who trusted her gut to help her dad has been recognised by North East Ambulance Service.

NEAS accelerates major sustainability upgrades to improve patient care and prepare for an electric fleet

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:28:00 Z

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

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:23:00 Z

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.

People spotlight: Karen O'Brien

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 12:06:00 Z

We caught up with our Deputy Chief Executive and Director of People and Development to find out more about her and her role

Ambulance service staff survey shows continued improvement and rising staff confidence in 2025

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:00:00 Z

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.

North East Ambulance recognised nationally for wellbeing and inclusion excellence

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:24:00 Z

New electric vehicle chargers funding awarded to North East Ambulance Service, supporting investment into frontline care

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:00:00 Z

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.