North Kensington update. A bulletin where we share the learning and insight from the North Kensington Recovery Programme (Grenfell).

Supporting our community: NHS update for the 8th Anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire

As we approach the 8th Anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire on Saturday 14 June 2025, NHS North West London and Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust, together with our partners in hospitals, general practice, emotional wellbeing services and community care, reaffirm our commitment to supporting survivors, bereaved families and the wider community.

We recognise that this is a deeply difficult time for many. We want to reassure residents that NHS services remain available for everyone whose health and wellbeing continues to be affected. Looking ahead, we remain focused on providing high-quality, accessible services, shaped by the experiences of the community and delivered in close partnership with them. 

This edition of our newsletter includes updates on the latest health and wellbeing services, financial reporting on the North Kensington Recovery Programme and community engagement activities. It also includes a new leaflet outlining current support available and information about how NHS North West London staff will mark the anniversary, at their all staff meeting the following Monday.

We have heard concerns about the possible health impacts of the government’s planned deconstruction of the Grenfell Tower. This will not begin until after the anniversary and is expected to take around two years. We will continue working with the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea to ensure robust support and monitoring is in place. The NHS will remain flexible and ready to adapt its services should any additional health needs arise.

NHS North West London staff to mark 8th Anniversary of Grenfell Tower fire that will take place on Saturday 14 June 2025

 
On Monday 16 June 2025, staff across NHS North West London will come together to mark the 8th Anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire. The moment will include a 72-second period of silence to remember those whose lost their lives.

Staff will also receive a briefing on developments at the Grenfell Tower site and the continuing role of the NHS in supporting North Kensington residents. This includes the commitment to meet the health and wellbeing needs of those continue to be affected as a result of the Grenfell Tower fire, and to work in partnership with local organisations and residents.

The NHS remains dedicated to offering high-quality, accessible services shaped by the experiences and priorities of the North Kensington community as they continue on their recovery journey.

Health and wellbeing services update

NHS North West London has published a new report showing how local health and wellbeing services are continuing to support the community, including survivors and bereaved families affected by the Grenfell Tower fire.

The report covers the six months from April to September 2024 and highlights the range of services being delivered as part of the ongoing recovery programme. The report tells us:

• people are continuing to attend enhanced health checks with their GP, and the NHS is working to understand how these are helping people stay well
• the NHS Dedicated Service continues to provide specialist support for survivors and bereaved with good feedback
• adults and children who have been affected continue to be supported through regular specialist health monitoring, with good outcomes.
• there is strong, culturally sensitive emotional and wellbeing community engagement and support through therapy, outreach, and partnerships
• self-care programmes run by local organisations, including creative activities and emotional wellbeing support are helping improve people's confidence, mental health and sense of connection.

This report is part of our ongoing commitment to work with the community, improve services, and make sure everyone gets the support they need now and in the future.

NHS North West London publishes report on community engagement in North Kensington

NHS North West London has published a report detailing the extensive community engagement, including survivors, bereaved and local residents, between December 2024 and February 2025.

The work involved surveys, focus groups, and roundtable discussions to understand the evolving needs of the North Kensington community, as part of ongoing recovery efforts after the Grenfell Tower fire.  Key themes include:

• the need to focus support on those most affected
• continued access to Enhanced Health Checks
• stronger emotional wellbeing and mental health services
• ongoing concerns about long-term health and housing
• the importance of trust, transparency, and local involvement.

The report will help shape NHS health and wellbeing services for the period 2025 to 2029.

New NHS leaflet details ongoing support for North Kensington communities

NHS North West London has published a new leaflet to reassure the North Kensington community of our continued commitment to their health and wellbeing as we approach the 8th Anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire.

• The leaflet outlines the key services available now, including:
• speak to your GP about any health concerns. Let them know you’ve been affected by Grenfell to ensure you receive the right support
• free enhanced health checks are available to support your physical and mental wellbeing
• the Grenfell Health and Wellbeing Service offers flexible, culturally sensitive emotional health and wellbeing support for adults and children.

If anyone has any questions about available services, please email us at nhsnwl.nkrt@nhs.net

Grenfell Tower fire survivors offered Personal Health Assessments

Survivors who escaped after 1:28 am on the day of the fire, and may have been exposed to increased levels of smoke, are being offered Personal Health Assessments (PHAs). These assessments which are based on clinical advice, are available through a NHS Offer from St Charles Centre for Health and Wellbeing, or from a private healthcare provider.

Out of 116 PHA service-eligible survivors, 96 are adults and 20 are children.  For children, there is a specialist and comprehensive annual health check provided at St Mary’s Hospital in a clinical setting that is more child-friendly. The NHS Dedicated Service has contacted to all PHA Service-eligible adults through various communication methods including, email, letter and telephone, as well as ensuring multilingual support.

Currently, the NHS Dedicated Service has spoken to 77 adults and are still trying to reach around the remaining survivors who escaped after 1.28 am and continue to try to contact them.

There have been 59 bookings for PHAs, with 44 assessments completed to date. The remainder are currently considering whether to have the assessment and seven people have decided they do not want to have one.

This initiative aims to ensure the health and well-being of Grenfell Tower fire survivors by providing necessary support and care.

North Kensington Recovery Programme: financial expenditures

NHS North West London has published a detailed breakdown of how funding has been used to support the North Kensington Recovery Programme between 2019 and 2025.

Over £53 million has been invested in services to support local residents affected by the Grenfell tragedy. 

• The NHS Dedicated Service for survivors and bereaved individuals has a total expenditure of £7,334,000 over the five-year period ending in 2025.
• The total expenditure for primary and community care amounted to £4,310,000.
• Total expenditure for specialist services for survivors and bereaved individuals reached £1,240,000.
• Self-Care Initiatives came to £2,221,000.
• The Grenfell Health & Wellbeing Service has a total expenditure of £33,499,000.
• Extra activities for children and young people accounted for £383,000
• NHS North West London programme costs at £4,035,000.

The publication forms part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and accountability.

Grenfell Health and Wellbeing Service

The Grenfell Health & Wellbeing Service offers dedicated support for individuals affected by the Grenfell Tower fire, providing mental health services, physical health support, and community resources.

Contact us

If you have any questions or feedback, please email us at nhsnwl.nkrt@nhs.net