New A&E entrance and waiting area opens
It’s been all systems go this week as the entrance to the Emergency Department (A&E) at the Cumberland Infirmary moved to a new waiting area.
The entrance has switched back to where the previous A&E entrance used to be – at the side of the hospital, close to where the ambulance bays are located. The entrance now leads to a new waiting area for A&E.
Statement in relation to the PFI arrangements at the Cumberland Infirmary, Carlisle
In line with our Board strategy and sustainability plan, and through the development and approval of a robust business case, the Trust has successfully demonstrated to stakeholders, including NHSE, DHSC and HM Treasury, that a no-fault voluntary termination of the PFI contract will provide value for money.
As a result, NCIC served notice on 31st December 2025 to Health Management (Carlisle) Limited to voluntary terminate the Cumberland Infirmary Carlisle PFI project agreement. The termination will be effective from 31 March 2026.
The Trust is working with Health Management (Carlisle) Limited and its primary sub-contractor Mitie to deliver an orderly and safe transition of services that maintains quality and safety of soft and hard facilities management services provided at Cumberland Infirmary Carlisle.
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