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BBC News
28-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Disruption warning as work at Crewe's Leighton Hospital to start
The public has been warned of months of disruption when work to prepare for a hospital's redevelopment gets under Hospital in Crewe, Cheshire, is set to be rebuilt by Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHT) at an estimated cost of between £1bn and £ scheme's announcement in 2020 followed concerns over the state of the site, much of which was constructed using reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) - a less durable alternative to concrete which has sparked safety fears in recent part of the preparatory work, the trust said high-voltage electrical cabling needed to be installed. The work, which will be carried out between June and October, will affect the following roads in Crewe:Brian Palin Way – closed 6 June to 3 JulyTottys Hall Way – two-way traffic lights from 30 June to 25 JulyTottys Hall Way – single-file traffic roundabout from 21 July to 27 JulyBob Brown Way – closure from Tottys Lane Road roundabout to Flowers Lane roundabout from 28 July to 17 Lane – closed from Bob Brown Way roundabout to Bradfield Road roundabout from 18 August to 26 Lane – closed from Middlewich Road roundabout to Leighton Hospital's staff car park from 8 September to 31 October. Russ Favager, of MCHT, said the trust "sincerely apologised" for the disruption and inconvenience the work would cause."This preparatory infrastructure programme is a vital early stage in delivering one of the largest and transformational health projects seen in Cheshire for decades," he previously said the rebuilt site would provide the most digitally advanced hospital in the UK, while an extra 50 beds would be added, taking the hospital's total to 600.A planning application for the redevelopment is set to be submitted this year, with work potentially starting in 2027. Follow BBC Stoke & Staffordshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Ontario government starts planning for Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital
Canada's Ontario government has initiated the planning process for the construction of the Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital redevelopment. This development is part of the 2025 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario, aiming to provide more convenient healthcare services to families in Orillia, Simcoe County, and surrounding communities. Ontario Premier Doug Ford said: 'Our government's nearly C$60bn ($43.78bn) plan to build and upgrade more than 50 hospitals is delivering on our commitment to provide the people of Ontario with high-quality health care close to home.' The allocated fund will support the early planning for the project at a new location, enabling the facility to enhance its services and fulfil the community's needs into the future. The new hospital is expected to feature modern infrastructure to accommodate increased patient volumes and expanded access to core services, encompassing critical care and additional inpatient beds. It will also focus on improved infection prevention and control measures bolstering patient safety. The Ministry of Health is collaborating with Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital to determine the specifics of the project, such as bed numbers and the required square footage. With the completion of the planning phase, the next steps include completing the project's tendering and awarding the construction contract. A construction schedule will be established once these phases are completed. Simcoe North Member of Provincial Parliament Jill Dunlop said: 'Not only will this hospital get families in Orillia and surrounding areas access to high-quality health care close to home, it will also strengthen our region's medical education. 'The new hospital location will provide a dynamic environment where medical students can train, grow and thrive, right here in Central Ontario.' The Ontario government, via its Your Health: A Plan for Connected and Convenient Care initiative, seeks to expand and modernise the province's hospitals to provide easier access to healthcare for people of all ages. Earlier in the month, the government reinstated the More Convenient Care Act, continuing its strategy to improve the province's healthcare system. "Ontario government starts planning for Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital" was originally created and published by Hospital Management, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
