Last weekend we had another bin fire outside the main entrance at HRI which was caused by a cigarette. And recently we've also seen an increase in complaints from patients, visitors and colleagues about the number of people smoking and vaping, particularly in the main entrances.

We are a fully smoke and vape free Trust to protect the health of colleagues, patients and visitors.

If you wish to smoke, please move off site away from our grounds and car parks. 

If clinical colleagues choose to leave their ward or department during their allocated break, they must change into personal outdoor clothing and leave our premises, ensuring when they return to the working environment that they do not smell of smoke. This is outlined in section 7 of our Smoking Policy

We do recognise that some people are dependent on nicotine, so our website has resources for those who may need support to cut-down or quit.