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New Hospital in Doncaster

Tuesday 19 October 2021 · 2 questions

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Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Ministerial Department received applications for a new hospital programme, including an expression of interest for the Doncaster Royal Infirmary site.
  • Final decision on the new hospital in Doncaster is expected in spring of the following year.
  • Nicholas Fletcher raised concerns about maintenance issues and aging infrastructure at the Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Nicholas Fletcher
NHS
Context

The MP is concerned about the need for a new hospital in Doncaster due to ongoing maintenance issues and aging infrastructure.

Question

What plans his Department has to build a new hospital in Doncaster. This question arises from concerns over maintenance issues and an outdated facility, emphasizing the necessity of a new hospital for the people of Doncaster.

Answer from Edward Argar

We have received applications from trusts to be part of our new hospital programme, with an expression of interest submitted for the Doncaster Royal Infirmary site. The final decision is expected in spring next year.

Partly answered

Not addressed: The answer does not address the maintenance backlog and the age of the existing facility directly.

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Q2 Nicholas Fletcher
NHS
Context

A second water leak at Doncaster Royal Infirmary has raised concerns about maintenance and the need for a new hospital.

Question

Given maintenance issues, including a £514 million backlog and aging infrastructure, is a new hospital in Doncaster an absolute necessity? Will the Minister visit the site?

Answer from Edward Argar

I cannot comment on the selection process as it is ongoing, but I am supportive of my hon. Friend's advocacy for a new hospital in Doncaster. I am still happy to visit the site if invited.

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Not addressed: The answer avoids addressing the maintenance backlog and the necessity of a new hospital directly.

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