Wigan Infirmary receives £4.7m for new urgent care facilities
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Wigan Infirmary receives £4.7m for new urgent care facilities

1 hour ago · Originally published 18 Oct 2026 8/10 Original headline: Wigan Infirmary gets £4.7m boost as government announces more NHS winter funding
The Royal Albert Edward Infirmary is set to open a new same-day emergency care unit as part of a £140 million national investment to boost NHS capacity. By relocating these services closer to A&E, the hospital aims to help patients receive faster assessments and return home the same day, easing pressure during the winter months.
Source: Manchester Evening News Greater Manchester
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