We have made good progress in resolving a number of the issues highlighted in the latest NHS Scotland Assure key stage assurance report and continue to work closely with NHS Assure and other partners to resolve any outstanding issues or concerns.

The aim is to have the new inpatient ward operational at the earliest opportunity and all parties are committed to this. However, in the meantime, patients from other Health Boards are already being treated for a range of specialities in the additional two operating theatres at Forth Valley Royal Hospital with the support of the additional staff who have been recruited to support the delivery of the new NTC – Forth Valley.