The delay of the £350m Torbay Hospital rebuild has locals fuming, as they face a wait until 2035 for much-needed improvements to their healthcare facilities
Torbay: The news about the Torbay Hospital rebuild has everyone talking. The Labour Government just announced a delay on this £350 million project. It’s a real kick in the teeth for the community.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting said the project is now in “Wave 2.” This means construction won’t start until 2035. Can you believe that? It’s like they’re pushing it off into the next decade!
Torbay Hospital is the third oldest in the UK. They’re still using buildings from the 1920s! That’s just crazy when you think about it. The locals were really hoping for a new facility by 2030.
There was a lot of excitement when the previous government promised this rebuild. They even had plans ready to go. But now, it feels like all that hope has been dashed.
People in Torbay are not taking this lightly. An online petition started by Kevin Foster quickly gained traction. Everyone wants the Health Secretary to stick to his word.
Last week, they announced some funding for the Emergency Department, which was nice. But folks are saying it’s not enough. They need a full rebuild, and they need it soon.
Mr. Foster expressed his disbelief. He said it’s shocking that the rebuild won’t even start until 2035. He’s frustrated that the urgent need for new buildings isn’t a priority for the Labour Government.
Before the election, Labour and the Lib Dems assured everyone that the hospital plans were safe. Now, it feels like they’ve just kicked the can down the road. It’s a tough pill to swallow for the community.
