Phased reopening of minor injuries unit is yet delayed
Health bosses are being asked to give 'clear and unambiguous signals' that NHS services at Altrincham General Hospital are 'there to stay'. The call has come from the chair of Trafford council's health scrutiny committee, Coun Michael Whetton.
READ MORE:Staff at mental health unit sacked following airing of Panorama investigation which appeared to show alleged abuse of patients Speaking after the meeting, Coun Whetton said the 'point of concern' about the other uses of the hospital was 'the perception that is out there in the community'. A month ago, the health scrutiny committee was told by representatives of Manchester Foundation Trust , which runs the hospital, of 'imminent' plans to reopen the MIU two days a week following a recruitment campaign.
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