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Ambulance Service Saved from Collapse
25 May
Summary
- Private ambulance company BAEMS acquired by EMED Group.
- Company faced closure over alleged £1M unpaid tax.
- Around 315 staff and 120 ambulances transferred.
A private ambulance company, BAEMS, which provides vital NHS patient transport across the South West, has been purchased by EMED Group. This acquisition averts a potential collapse stemming from an alleged unpaid tax bill of over £1 million.
The agreement ensures that approximately 315 staff and 120 ambulances will continue their operations without interruption. BAEMS specializes in routine patient transport and also handles critical transfers for critically ill patients, including neonatal and intensive care cases. The company also provides medical cover for large public events.
Patients are advised to continue booking transport as usual, with assurances that services will remain stable. EMED Group has committed to supporting the staff and maintaining close collaboration with NHS partners during this transition period, prioritizing the continuity of care for all patients.
