Surgeons try to separate conjoined twins

Surgeons were attempting today to separate conjoined twins who were born last week.

Faith and Hope Williams were delivered by Caesarean section at London’s University College Hospital last Wednesday but concerns developed about their condition.

Their mother, 18-year-old Laura Williams, is Britain’s youngest ever mother to give birth to conjoined twins.

A spokeswoman for Great Ormond Street Hospital said: “The separation of conjoined twins Faith and Hope Williams has been brought forward and is currently taking place, after some concerns developed last night.

“Obviously, the final decision about separation surgery was made by the family.

“Laura and Aled Williams would like to thank all the hospitals involved in their care for everything they have done for the family so far, in particular, the surgeons and other staff who are currently in surgery conducting the separation.”