The QA (Queen Alexandra) Hospital is the main hospital for Portsmouth and the surrounding area, and it has recently been extensively rebuilt and extended. This has led to a large increase in car trips, congestion, and car parking. At the same time more people want to cycle, but bike theft is a major problem in the area. The QA already had shelters and stands, which had been installed over the years, however it became apparent that they required more secure solutions for both staff and visitors.