Bring back the carnival! It shows our commitment to a new hospital amid population growth in Basingstoke and Deane.
The plan included a carnival aimed to raise money for land. The land was for a new hospital near Cliddesden. The carnival raised £40,000 back then, a lot of money.
Our hospital, opened in 1974 serving 54,000 people, faces the same issue as before. Now, 187,000 live here; the population grows rapidly, and infrastructure feels strained.
The hospital staff works very hard. They always give their all and dedicate their time every day.
We must build the new hospital soon. Delay worsens problems, leading to worrying consequences.
Staff works in an old building; maintenance creates many troubles. Repairs cost lots of NHS money, diverting funds from better purposes. The current hospital feels too small and often works over capacity. People wonder what things will look like before the new hospital opens.
Should we bring back the carnival? The last one occurred in 1994, when businesses showed their work and raised money to support the hospital. Each person showing this commitment could improve community collaboration in Basingstoke and Deane. Even small donations combined help a lot. It may not fund the hospital entirely, but it showcases our dedication, improving the project’s future.
This action sends a message. People need assurance and a firm date for building our new hospital soon.
Looking back makes me proud. A small town created this past success; we can do it once again today. Our large population needs great health care, and we all want a new NHS hospital.
Sheena Grassi lives in Lychpit now.