We are the only NHS Trust in the country that provide Ambulance for the Island as well as an Acute Hospital.

We are a major employer and a vital part of the Island’s social fabric, with more than 3,200 staff supporting a population of well over 140,000 people.

Thanks to the kind and generous support of our community, we are able to provide grants that are used to improve staff and patient wellbeing.

We also buy specialist equipment, and pay for projects and training to enhance people's experience of NHS services.

In October 2025 Mike was rushed to hospital and ended up in intensive care with Covid and Bacterial Pneumonia, luckily his fitness and age (71) the treatment he received saw him fight his illness and go on to a full recovery and return to the gym.

This year also see’s his 50th anniversary of training at his gym, located in Bonchurch on the Isle of Wight.

The 5 tonne target represents 1 tonne for each decade of his training career.