Health chiefs disappointed at QMH redevelopment delay
Health minister Lo Chung-mau has expressed disappointment over problems with lifts at the redeveloped Queen Mary Hospital, which had delayed the launch of clinical services there. Speaking to reporters on Monday, Lo said hospital redevelopment projects are of great significance to the healthcare system. “We are concerned when the new building can be put into use,” he said. “Regarding the delay at…
Health minister Lo Chung-mau expressed disappointment over delays at the redeveloped Queen Mary Hospital's clinical services launch, citing problems with lifts. The minister highlighted the importance of redevelopment projects for the healthcare system and expressed concern over the current delay. Lo hopes that rectification works will commence soon to minimize the impact on medical services.
The Health Bureau pledged support for the Hospital Authority and hospital staff to mitigate any disruption. Hospital Authority Chief Executive Libby Lee also voiced disappointment at the delay, stating that hospital services remained unaffected thus far. However, the Authority will evaluate the delay's impact on the hospital's future development.
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