Newcastle to host new national robotics hub for surgical training

1 hour ago · Originally published 9 Oct 2026 9/10 Original headline: Newcastle selected to get robot hub as part of £40m Government scheme

Newcastle has been selected as one of eight locations for a new government-funded robotics hub, receiving £7.4m to support the NHS in adopting robotic-assisted surgery. The centre will focus on evidence-based training and safe clinical practice to help make operations less invasive and improve patient recovery times.

Source: Chronicle Live Tyne And Wear

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