Harrogate services 'stretched' by housing increase
Published Date:
15 August 2008
THE Local Development Framework will have an impact on a range of service providers across the district. From overcrowded dentists in Harrogate to the possibility of a new train station at Knaresborough, here's how groups said it would affect them.
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THE North Yorkshire and York Primary Care Trust has said the health services across the district would be put under significant pressure if a new development at Penny Pot Lane or Cardale Park was given the go-ahead.
A spokesman said new developments will create a significant pressure on dental services in an area where existing provision is already under pressure with potential to lengthen waiting times for access to services.
A spokesman said: "Existing services are unlikely to have the capacity and infrastructure to cope with patient numbers on this scale."
Three new NHS dentists and additional funding would be required, costing around £450,000 each year, with a separate dentist needed in Knaresborough, costing a further £120,000.
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust deputy chief executive Richard Ord said he had no comments to make about the development scenarios identified for housing growth for Harrogate and Knaresborough.
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The full article contains 203 words and appears in Harrogate Advertiser newspaper.
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Last Updated:
15 August 2008 9:30 AM
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Source:
Harrogate Advertiser
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Location:
Harrogate
