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Royal Albert Edward Infirmary

Overall: Requires improvement read more about inspection ratings

The Elms, Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, Wigan Lane, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 2NN (01942) 244000

Provided and run by:
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Important:

We served a warning notice on Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust on 29 June 2026 for failing to meet the regulations at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary. This was due to concerns in its urgent and emergency services regarding the effectiveness of its triage system, its response to suspected cases of sepsis, and the management of patients including children with mental health needs.

Assessment report published 12 August 2024

Caring

Good

Updated 8 August 2024

We only assessed accident and emergency care services at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary as part of this assessment. Staff treated people who use the service, their relatives and carers with compassion and kindness. Staff understood and respected people’s individual needs. Staff supported people to maintain their privacy and dignity, including when receiving corridor based care. We received a mixed response from staff working in partner organisations about their relationships with the service.