Northern Beaches Advocate: Northern Beaches Hospital will continue operating despite its parent company being placed into receivership...
Pittwater MP Jacqui Scruby has called on the NSW Government to end uncertainty and step in and buy the entire hospital, including the private portion.
“It is now crunch time. With hedge fund backers pushing for Healthscope’s assets to be sold, the NSW Government must seize this opportunity to buy not just the public beds, but the entire Northern Beaches Hospital.
“Northern Beaches residents deserve a hospital with enough beds and services to meet the needs of our growing community, now and into the future.
“I have been briefed by the Treasurer and Health Minister this morning and have been assured that contingency plans are in place and that it will continue to ensure healthcare services are provided without interruption at the Northern Beaches Hospital, including its 24/7 emergency department, surgeries and maternity. I’ve also called for a hotline to be established,” said Ms Scruby.