Oral QuestionDepartment of Health and Social Care

If he will make a statement on his departmental responsibilities.

Tabled: 21 November 2018Answered: 27 November 2018

Asked by

Lisa Nandy

LabourWigan

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care

Answer from Hansard

Nick Smith (Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney)

The Client Board’s recent report recommends a way forward for restoration and renewal. It contains phase 1 works, including seven years’ foundational works for the full programme. These preparatory works can begin once we have approval from both Houses. A final decision on the preferred delivery option is required from both Houses no later than 2030. The main R&R works could begin in 2032.