I am deeply disappointed that the efforts to save the Belton Surgery have been unsuccessful. Despite the concerted efforts of local campaigners which included Belton Parish Council, the PCT has decided to close the surgery in Belton from 1st June. It now essential that the PCT ensures that the transition is as smooth as possible for local residents, who may be left struggling due to poor transport links. The PCT needs to proactively engage with
We are investing extra funding into the NHS to pay for state of the art equipment and buildings. Over £330 million of extra funding will be spent on providing state of the art equipment and facilities to improve services for patients. Hospitals around the country will get money for new operating theatres, A&E departments and other services as well as new CT scanners and ultrasound equipment. This is on top of our commitment to increase
There was welcome news for staff at the James Paget Hospital this week as the Care Quality Commission formally lifted its warning status on the hospital, following a series of critical reports last autumn. During the commission’s latest visit, inspectors found that most of the problems identified last year were resolved. However, the health watchdog did raise concern about the handling of medicines. Throughout recent months, I have remained a critical friend of the hospital,
Accompanied by neighbouring Waveney MP, Peter Aldous, I visited the James Paget University Hospital last week. We talked with the board members about local health issues and fed in many points flagged up by Great Yarmouth residents. Health bosses also discussed some of the new initiatives recently introduced in the hospital, including extended visiting hours in certain wards to increase family involvement in patients’ care. I am always glad to visit the James Paget again,
It has been announced that the NHS in Great Yarmouth will enjoy an extra £11 million, to support key Government priorities such as the Cancer Drugs Fund, investment in talking therapies for those with mental health conditions, 4,200 extra health visitors, and support for carers’ breaks. Spending on healthcare in our local area this year will total £402 million overall. This increase follows the decision by the Coalition Government to protect NHS investment over the
Brandon Lewis