Overview

• The Princess of Wales officially opened a new day surgery unit at Evelina London Children’s Hospital, which will enable the hospital to treat an additional 2,300 children per year.
• The new facility consolidates all aspects of care, including pre-surgery checks, operations, and recovery, into one purpose-built unit.
• The Princess, who has been a patron of the hospital since 2018, interacted with young patients and their families during her visit.
• The new unit, which opened its doors in July, has already had a positive impact on the lives of young patients and their families.
• The visit comes amidst the fallout from the publication of a controversial new royal book, 'Endgame', but the working royals have continued their duties as usual.