Posted on 18th May
Work to create 80 extra car parking spaces next to Newark Hospital is expected to start in July after plans were approved.
A partnership between Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Newark and Sherwood District Council has seen the council buy a 1.2 hectare plot of land in Bowbridge Road next door to the hospital.
The council’s Planning Committee approved a planning application to convert part of the land into 80 parking spaces — including 59 standard spaces, five accessible bays and 16 electric vehicle charging points. It is expected that the new spaces will be used by staff, freeing up the main car park for patients and visitors.
David Ainsworth, director of Strategy and Partnerships at Sherwood Forest Hospitals and who oversees the trust’s running of Newark Hospital, said: “This is great news. These extra spaces have been long awaited by patients, visitors and staff.
“The additional spaces are integral to the work that is under way to maximise the potential of Newark Hospital, including the multi-million pound project to expand our operating theatres.
“We are keen for as many residents as possible to benefit from the wide range of procedures and services provided at Newark Hospital, so don’t forget to ‘Ask for Newark’ at the point of referral with your GP or when speaking to your hospital team.”
Lisa Hughes, business manager – Planning Development at the council: “I know how important Newark Hospital is to everyone.”
