Laing O'Rourke is continuing work on to build a new £200 million hospital in Dumfries and Galloway.

Construction work on the new Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary has so far created 215 jobs, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confirmed today, 09 January.

Once completed in December, the hospital will provide 344 single-bed en-suite rooms, housing a combined assessment unit to manage emergency cases and bed allocation, theatres complex, critical care unit, women's and children's unit and outpatients department.

Speaking during a site visit today, Ms Sturgeon said: "It's fantastic to see 215 new jobs have been created for people from the region – 55 more than expected. Meeting apprentices and graduates today, I saw first-hand what the hospital's construction means to them as they kick-start their careers.


“This is delivering a meaningful community benefit, as well as an injection into the local economy. With a full year's work ahead of us until the hospital is complete, we fully intend to make the most of the opportunities this presents to the community, as well as to individuals seeking training or work opportunities."

Jeff Ace, Chief Executive, NHS Dumfries and Galloway said: "We are delighted that High Wood Health and construction partner Laing O'Rourke continue to remain on schedule with construction of the new build, and to the highest standard.

"This is a very exciting time for all involved in the new hospital project as we move closer to seeing our vision for a fantastic new facility for our patients and staff become a reality."

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