Lib Dems launch biggest ever consultation on health in Wiltshire as services are cut

The government’s health cuts have hit Wiltshire hard this week with the closure of five of the county’s crucial local hospital minor injury units in Melksham, Warminster, Westbury, Devizes and Savernake hospitals.

Duncan Hames, Prospective MP for Chippenham Constituency said: “The closure of these community hospital minor injury units will hit local people hard. Many Wiltshire residents will no longer be able to receive urgent health care in a dedicated local hospital.”

The cuts could mean an extended journey time of 45 minutes for some patients. Chippenham Minor Injury Unit has also suffered changes to the level of medical cover.

Earlier this week, Duncan met with a Local GP to hear his concerns about how cuts to Chippenham hospital are affecting patients.

The cuts have come as local Lib Dems, led by Duncan Hames, have launched the largest ever survey about health services in Wiltshire.

“These cuts and the continued threat to our remaining health facilities are completely unacceptable and residents are speaking out.

“My NHS inquiry is already showing a serious concern among residents who are left unsure over the quality and availability of the services they desperately require.” said Duncan Hames.