Maldon hospital closure plan delayed

A final decision about the future of St Peter’s Hospital in Maldon has been delayed by six months, following a wide backlash from patients. Birthing and stroke rehabilitation services at the 150-year-old community hospital were due to be relocated elsewhere in Essex under the scheme.

Tom Abell is the Chief Executive Officer of the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care Board, and he's been explaining the reasons for the delay...

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