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Government refuses to commit to funding major Leicester hospitals transformation

The UK government has declined to commit to funding a £450 million transformation project for Leicester's hospitals, which includes the construction of a new emergency care center at the Leicester Royal Infirmary and a new women's and children's hospital at the Leicester General Hospital. Despite the project being approved by the Department of Health and Social Care in 2021, the government has not provided a timeline for when the funding might be available, citing the need to prioritize spending due to economic pressures. This decision has raised concerns among local MPs and health officials about the future of healthcare services in Leicester, with fears that delays could lead to increased costs and further deterioration of existing facilities. The government has, however, stated that they are committed to improving NHS infrastructure but must balance this with other national spending priorities.

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