Bacteria found at children’s hospital

Bacteria was found in drains at two wards in a children’s hospital which treats patients with compromised immune systems.

Traces of bacteria was discovered during drain testing at the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow.

Health bosses at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde are carrying out chemical cleaning of drains in two wards.

The drains are being treated in blocks of four rooms at a time and patients will be moved to another room until the work is completed.