Former Isle of Wight Prison Beds Recycled to Fight COVID-19
British Army Mobilises Old Jail Beds for NHS
The British Army has swung into action, clearing out and refurbishing beds from the shuttered Camp Hill prison on the Isle of Wight. These prison beds are now being transported to St Mary’s Hospital to help tackle the COVID-19 crisis.
Prison Doors Reopened After Nearly a Decade
Camp Hill, which shut down in 2013, has opened its doors for the first time in almost ten years. The disused prison’s beds, once home to inmates, are now being put to a new use.
Boosting Isle of Wight NHS Bed Capacity
The Isle of Wight NHS Trust confirmed the repurposed prison beds will increase hospital bed availability. This move aims to support the local health service during a critical time in the fight against coronavirus.
