Fixing Frimley Park Hospital (RAAC)

Al is pressing for the urgent rebuild of Frimley Park Hospital, alongside full transparency over its funding, delivery and location.

With around 65% of the hospital containing RAAC, replacement remains essential. The rebuild is included in Wave 1 of the New Hospital Programme, with an estimated cost of £1.5 billion to £2 billion and construction expected to begin in 2028–29.

Al firmly opposes relocating the hospital to the Frimley Fuel Allotments. He supports a new hospital in the right location, with suitable infrastructure and meaningful public consultation. He has challenged Ministers and called for an independent review of the site-selection process.

Unresolved concerns include emergency access, congestion, public transport, environmental damage and disruption to schools. A joint statement from school leaders highlights potential impacts on more than 13,000 pupils across over 36 schools, including safeguarding and construction traffic.

In his October transport debate, Al demanded a fully costed and funded hospital access plan before any planning application. The Transport Minister agreed to raise his concerns about access funding with health colleagues.

He has also pressed the MOD to examine whether adjoining Defence land could support the rebuild, including through temporary access or shared use. Officials offered further discussions with the Trust, but did not confirm a fresh review.

Al will continue scrutinising costs, demanding transparency over site decisions and pressing for residents’ concerns to shape the plans. He remains committed to an urgent rebuild while standing with communities to protect the Frimley Fuel Allotments.