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Super Health Hub in Plymouth City Centre
25 October 2022
Lead MP
Luke Pollard
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport
Lab Co-op
Responding Minister
Robert Jenrick
Tags
NHSTaxation
Word Count: 3895
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Luke Pollard raised concerns about super health hub in plymouth city centre in Westminster Hall. A government minister responded.
Key Requests to Government:
I am asking the Minister to restore or find £41 million in NHS funding to build the super health hub, which would provide significant benefits including early diagnosis, mental health services, drug treatment, housing support, training, employment assistance, and better management of conditions. The project also enjoys cross-party support.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
I am concerned about the crisis in Plymouth's NHS, including severe ambulance waiting times, hospital bed shortages, social care system issues, GP shortages, long dentistry waiting lists, and dilapidated premises. The super health hub project is crucial for addressing these problems and improving access to healthcare services.
Caroline Nokes
Con
Romsey and Southampton North
Called Luke Pollard to move the motion and announced there will not be an opportunity for winding up; this is the convention for 30-minute debates.
Government Response
Robert Jenrick
Government Response
The Minister congratulated Luke Pollard on securing the debate and highlighted the current NHS capital funding situation, noting a £4 billion annual investment for each of the next three years. He mentioned specific investments in Devon including £15 million for estate improvements at Plymouth hospitals and £250 million allocated to the Devon integrated care board over the next three years. The Minister stated that decisions on local health infrastructure are now guided by local priorities and ICBs, but there is no additional national funding available for projects like the Super Health Hub in Plymouth. He expressed willingness to visit Plymouth and broker a meeting between stakeholders and NHS England to explore innovative solutions.
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About Westminster Hall Debates
Westminster Hall debates are a chance for MPs to raise important issues affecting their constituents and get a response from a government minister. Unlike Prime Minister's Questions, these debates are more in-depth and collaborative. The MP who secured the debate speaks first, other MPs can contribute, and a minister responds with the government's position.