Caddick Construction has been selected as Delamere Health’s preferred bidder for thedevelopment of a £20m addiction clinic on the site of the former Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue HQ in Bestwood. Now in a pre-construction services agreement (PCSA), Caddick will deliver a preliminary package of works to make way for the new residential addiction treatment clinic, marking the largest investment of its kind in the UK.Caddick’s initial work on site will include the demolition of Nottingham Fire & Rescue’s former HQ, which is scheduled to begin in early 2026. This will be replaced with a new build clinic comprising 32 residential rooms with supporting treatment spaces. Designed by architects, Anderson Orr, the clinic will offer premium facilities, including awellness suite, fully equipped gym, steam room and sauna, a meditation area and individual and group therapy rooms. Exclusively to the Nottingham site will be other facilities, such as a padel court and a cinema. Once in full contract, the project will add to Caddick’s growing project portfolio in theMidlands, which also includes a range of high rise residential, industrial and commercial developments across the region. Martin Preston, Founder and Chief Executive at Delamere, said: “The site’s development represents a huge investment and opportunity for the borough, and our ambition for what will become the flagship treatment facility in Europe. “At Delamere, we have a clear vision – to provide exemplary care in first class facilities.Identifying the ideal location for our second site has been a rigorous process over several years, and we are excited to work with Caddick to create something the local community can be proud of.” Ray O’Sullivan, Regional Managing Director of Caddick Construction Midlands,commented: “As preferred bidder for Delamere Health’s new development in Bestwood, we are working closely with our client to build a cost and build programme that will deliver on their ambitions for the largest investment in an addiction rehabilitation clinic in the UK. Key to this is understanding the high level of care and rehabilitation the clinic will offer. We look forward to the coming months, and moving towards a full contract early next year.” Neil Parry, CEO & Principal at Anderson Orr said: “We are thrilled to be collaborating on Delamere Health’s new Nottingham development. The design responds to their vision for a safe and welcoming environment that supports recovery, blending contemporary clinical spaces with a warm, domestic character. “Every material and detail has been carefully considered to provide a sense of comfort and homeliness, ensuring the facility feels approachable, nurturing, and conducive to healing. We are delighted to be working with the wider team, and a client who maintains such a passionate and driven vision, setting inspiring new standards for compassionate, person-centred.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Leading structural and civil engineering consultancy, Perega, is pleased to announce the successful completion of its design works up to RIBA Stage 4 on the Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit at Queen’s Hospital in Romford. Following the project briefing in October 2024, the firm has since played a pivotal role in creating the technical design package that will enhance modern healthcare provision for Barking, Havering & Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust, continuing Perega’s five-year strong working relationship with the Trust. The SDEC project, a ward refurbishment within the modern Queen’s Hospital, presented opportunities to leverage Perega’s team’s expertise in delivering efficient and innovative technical design solutions. Using the hospital’s comprehensive site records, the team conducted detailed assessments of the roof structure to accommodate the new mechanical plant. Commenting on the project, Sam Coleman, Associate Structural Engineer at Perega, said: “We reviewed the originally specified mechanical plant loadings on the roof and determined that a large steel frame would be necessary to support the plant. Based on our experience with healthcare projects, we knew the plant originally specified was on the high end of loading, and were therefore able to request that the mechanical engineer explore an alternative manufacturer. They were able to find a significantly lighter unit which meant we didn’t need to install a heavy steel frame, considerably reducing material usage and costs and avoiding breaking through the waterproofing.” A notable challenge during the design process involved routing new ductwork from the ground floor to the roof while ensuring zero disruption to an operational ward on the first floor directly above the SDEC. Perega undertook extensive investigations to help realise the design team’s solution that brought the ducting externally up the face of the building through a tight space in the external wall. This minimised disruption to the hospital’s operations, a crucial aspect of working in a live healthcare environment. Furthermore, the ground floor’s suspended slab construction and existing ground gas issues necessitated careful coordination of drainage, which the team expertly validated. Perega’s experience in the healthcare sector, characterised by a deep understanding of not only structural requirements but also the broader implications for other consultants, proved invaluable. It allowed the firm to offer alternative, more efficient solutions during this stage, aiding the successful collaboration with M&E consultants, Redworth Associates, and architects, Arcadis. The completion of the RIBA Stage 4 for the SDEC unit demonstrates the Perega team’s commitment to delivering modern, large-scale healthcare facilities with a focus on efficiency and minimal disruption during implementation. Looking ahead, Perega is also involved in the early stages of the A&E transformation project at Queen’s Hospital, further expanding its contribution to the hospital’s vital infrastructure. To find out more about Perega’s expertise in the healthcare sector, please visit: perega.co.uk/sectors/healthcare. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

NHS Property Services welcomed the start of construction on a new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) in Coventry at a groundbreaking ceremony last Thursday. The new centre will offer earlier diagnosis of conditions, such as cancer and heart disease, with tests brought closer to home. It will open Monday to Friday, reducing the need for patients to travel to hospital, whilst ensuring that they receive excellent care. Owned by NHS Property Services, the location was chosen precisely because of its proximity to community services such as the Coventry Urgent Treatment Centre, local GP practices, and mental health services. It is set to open in late 2026, and see about 90,000 patients annually, providing up to 75,000 additional patient tests a year. Melvin Henry, Regional Capital Programme Manager (Midlands) at NHS Property Services, said: “This ground-breaking ceremony signifies the start of works on a multi-million-pound development which will transform the Paybody building into a dedicated Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC). “NHS Property Services is focused on delivering a better NHS estate that is fit for the future by investing in and refurbishing buildings where our NHS colleagues can deliver excellent patient care.” Professor Andy Hardy, Chief Executive Officer of University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, said:  “The start of the development of the CDC is a major milestone for healthcare in Coventry, completely transforming the way local communities access tests and scans and receive diagnosis for a range of conditions. It will support communities across the city to live longer, happier lives. “This activity forms part of our wider commitment to improving health inequalities and ensuring that everyone has easy access to the care they need. “We’re pleased to be working alongside Tilbury Douglas to deliver the CDC project, and excited to see the positive difference this facility will make.” David Tighe, Regional Director West Midlands at Tilbury Douglas, said:  “We’re delighted to be working in collaboration with UHCW NHS Trust and NHS Property Services to deliver this key healthcare facility for Coventry.  “Our experienced team is focused on ensuring the successful transformation of the existing building into a modern, efficient diagnostic centre. “Using our extensive expertise in healthcare construction, we’ll deliver a high-quality, sustainable facility that provides long-term benefits for the NHS and the community it serves.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

The country’s first NHS National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC), based in Nottinghamshire, will soon open its doors to patients, heralding the beginning of a new era for rehabilitation. The NRC is a 70-bed, state-of-the-art specialist rehabilitation centre for NHS patients who have experienced a life-changing illness or injury and is run and staffed by Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH). NUH has developed the transformative clinical model to be able to deliver more intensive treatments and rehabilitation earlier in a patient’s journey, and has created a bespoke workforce and relevant training to support this. The brand-new facility is co-located with the Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC) on the Stanford Hall Rehabilitation Estate (SHRE) near Loughborough. The concept of establishing Defence and National Rehabilitation centres on a single site was that of the late 6th Duke of Westminster back in 2009 and he purchased the SHRE for the purpose.  At the same time the Black Stork Charity was specifically created to achieve the overall concept – not least by means of a successful funding campaign to raise the necessary £300m to create the Defence establishment and enable the National one. Capital funding for the construction of the NRC was provided by the government’s New Hospitals Programme, and the building is the NHS’s first operationally carbon neutral building, featuring solar panels on the roof of the NRC and four air source heat pumps in the adjacent energy centre. NHS patients at the NRC will benefit from: The NRC will primarily receive patients from across the East Midlands, many of them anticipated to come through the East Midland’s Major Trauma Centre – the busiest in the UK and based at NUH. The national aspect to the NRC is that it will lead rehabilitation research and innovation, as well as providing training and education through an NRC Academy, all in collaboration with a consortium of 26 Universities throughout England. Patients at the NRC will have the opportunity to take part in research during their stay, with the aim of significantly reducing the time between identifying effective new treatments and them benefitting patients. Clinical staff will also all be encouraged to take part in research and educational activity. What happens at the NRC is anticipated to be of international significance too – the research, innovation and evolution in rehabilitation technology and treatment is anticipated to be global in its impact and future potential. The long-term ambition for the NRC is to be the national ‘hub’ in a future ‘hub and spoke’ model, or a single model multi-site service, with regional rehabilitation units (‘spokes’) established across the country to widen impact and benefit as many patients as possible. Anthony May, Chief Executive of Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, said: “We are proud to be at the point of preparing to open the doors of this pioneering facility to our first patients. The difference the NRC will make to patients and families cannot be underestimated.” “The NRC has been 15 years in the making. I should like to thank all those who have been involved for their perseverance, dedication and determination to make it a reality. I should like to pay a particular tribute to the Black Stork Charity for their considerable and unwavering support since the vision for the Centre was first conceived.” “This is a significant moment for NUH, for rehabilitation medicine in this Country, and for the many NHS patients whose lives will be changed and restored in this groundbreaking facility, set in a unique location. “Moreover, the innovation, research and knowledge generated from the NRC will help develop rehabilitation nationally and internationally.” Miriam Duffy, NRC Director and physiotherapist, said: “I am delighted that we are on the verge of opening the first NHS NRC and beginning the journey of transforming the way we provide rehabilitation in this country. “The impact of timely and effective rehabilitation lasts a lifetime and can be the difference to enable someone returning to the home, work, family and hobbies that they love. “By taking inspiration and learning from other rehabilitation centres across the globe, we are confident that we have delivered the very best rehabilitation facility where our dedicated and motivating staff will work with researchers and innovators to give our patients back their independence and the best quality of life possible. “However, this is just the beginning, and the NRC is much more than just a building. Our aim is to revolutionise rehabilitation across the country so that every NHS patient who suffers a life-changing illness or injury receives the best rehabilitation possible and the best chance to return to living an independent and fulfilling life.” Mark Preston, Chairman of The Black Stork Charity said: “Fifteen years ago, the 6th Duke of Westminster decided to improve the rehabilitation facilities for members of the Armed Forces and, at the request of the Defence Secretary, to extend such provision to the nation as well.  His action is why the new National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) building is about to take patients – and that is a very good outcome and NUH has done well to get to this point.  “I think we can all be sure that the NRC will bring huge benefits – in this case for the East Midlands region.  It promises to return many people to work and life in a way which is currently not the case, bringing in its wake improvements to the national workforce and the economy.  “This approach is novel and will need proving in the next couple of years and, if proven, Government should look to such provision across the country in the ‘hub and spoke’ way that is common in the NHS.  The Charity and NUH will, together, do all in our power to ensure that this is the case.” Minister of State for Health Karin Smyth said: “This brand-new, state-of-the-art facility, backed by £105 million of government money, will transform care for patients who need specialist rehabilitation support. “The National Rehabilitation Centre embodies the future of the NHS: community-based care, digital innovation,

Plans for a major new clinical building at Calderdale Royal Hospital in Halifax have been approved, paving the way for construction to begin in summer 2026. Laing O’Rourke’s proposal marks a key milestone in a £200 million programme to upgrade healthcare facilities across the region. The new development will deliver a state-of-the-art hospital building featuring separate emergency departments for adults and children, along with eight new wards. Completion is expected in 2029. The scheme received reserved matters approval from Calderdale Council, confirming the design, appearance, layout, and landscaping details. This approval represents one of the final planning hurdles for the long-term redevelopment of the hospital estate. Designed to reflect Halifax’s architectural character, the new building will integrate seamlessly with existing facilities while embracing modern sustainability principles. It is targeting a BREEAM Excellent rating, underpinned by high energy efficiency, low waste, and biodiversity measures. Laing O’Rourke, which was appointed to lead the design and planning in 2024, has placed sustainability and modern construction techniques at the core of its approach. Project leader Christopher Northwood said the firm would use modern methods of construction to minimise carbon impact and accelerate delivery. Preparatory works, including essential upgrades to power and water services, are due to start in the coming months ahead of main construction activity next summer. The project forms part of Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust’s wider Foundations for our Future programme, which aims to transform hospital and community healthcare services across the region. Once complete, the redeveloped Calderdale Royal Hospital will offer expanded capacity, improved patient flow, and modern facilities designed to support high-quality, sustainable care. The new building is set to become a landmark within Halifax, blending local architectural heritage with cutting-edge clinical design. It will create improved environments for patients and staff while supporting the Trust’s goal of providing more resilient and sustainable healthcare infrastructure for the future. With planning approval now secured, Laing O’Rourke’s focus will shift towards finalising design and procurement activities, readying the site for construction in mid-2026. The project is expected to provide a significant boost to the local economy, supporting jobs and skills development throughout the build phase and beyond. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

A major investment in local healthcare has been unveiled with the completion of a new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at Northgate Hospital, designed to improve access to scanning and diagnostic services for communities across East Norfolk and Waveney. The £8 million redevelopment, delivered by Morgan Sindall Construction’s Eastern Counties team, was commissioned by the James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (JPUH) and procured through the Pagabo construction framework. The project has transformed the hospital’s former Cranbrook Building into a state-of-the-art facility offering a CT scanner, cardiac and lung diagnostics, and multiple consultation and treatment rooms. By repurposing an existing structure rather than building anew, the Trust has reduced both costs and carbon impact. The centre welcomed its first patients in late April after the early completion of the CT scanner area and main reception. By August, additional diagnostic services came online as new consultation spaces opened. The final construction phase — a new drainage system — was completed in September. To create the CDC, Morgan Sindall undertook a full strip-back and refurbishment of the two-storey building. The structure was reinforced with new internal supports before being completely refitted with modern floors, walls, doors and a new mechanical and electrical system. Three extensions were built to accommodate the CT scan room and control area, a plant room, and a new fire escape stairwell. The roof was retiled and insulated, and energy-efficient windows and systems were installed to make the facility more sustainable and cost-effective to run. The redeveloped building features: New staff areas and offices mirror the layout and design of James Paget University Hospital, ensuring a familiar environment for clinical teams who work across both sites. Given the age of the Cranbrook building, Morgan Sindall applied its Intelligent Solutions approach to deliver temporary works and structural alterations that allowed for open floor plans and efficient construction. By retaining and upgrading the existing building, the Trust reduced embodied carbon and future energy use. Modern insulation, high-performance materials, and efficient systems will keep operational costs down while supporting NHS sustainability goals. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals

Midlands contractor, G F Tomlinson, has started works for a new purpose-built family contact centre in Worksop, providing vital support services for vulnerable children, young people, and families across the county. The modern, energy-efficient facility is being designed, project, and cost managed by Arc Partnership, a joint venture between Nottinghamshire County Council and SCAPE, and is expected to be complete by summer 2026. The new centre, which was procured under the SCAPE Regional Construction framework will offer a significantly improved setting for supervised contact visits, safeguarding and educational services, including private contact rooms, two conference rooms, kitchen facilities and a secure outdoor play area, creating a calm and welcoming environment for families and professionals. The development, which replaces an outdated bungalow accommodation building, will be a single storey steel frame structure, with external brick walls. Landscaping and car parking will also be included in the scheme. The building will boast a number of features that reduce electricity demand from the grid and improve energy security for the Council.  The building will feature 25m2 of photovoltaic panelling to locally generate electricity, a high-performance building fabric and high efficiency mechanical and electrical plant, including air source heat pumps, contributing to Nottinghamshire County Council’s wider strategy of investing in sustainable, modern public service buildings that are cost efficient to run. Andy Sewards, Group Chairman at G F Tomlinson, said: “We are proud to be working alongside Arc Partnership and Nottinghamshire County Council on this vital project that will positively impact the lives of families across the county. The new facility will not only provide a safe, secure, and comfortable space for children and families, but it’s also being constructed with energy-efficiency and long-term sustainability in mind. As a local contractor, we are equally pleased to be providing social value initiatives within the community and employment and apprenticeship opportunities for young people, helping develop future talent in the local construction industry.” Martha Constantinou, Technical Apprentice at G F Tomlinson, said: “As part of my apprenticeship with G F Tomlinson, working on the new family contact centre in Worksop has been a great learning experience and has really helped me to understand how a project comes together on site. It’s been rewarding to be involved in something that will make such a difference to the local community, and I hope it gives families and vulnerable young people the same chance for support and opportunity that I’ve had through my apprenticeship.” Councillor Mick Barton, Leader of Nottinghamshire County Council, said: “Supporting the most vulnerable children, young people and families in our community is a key priority. This new space will provide essential services in a much better environment and the chance to meet with social workers in a welcoming and calm place to help put everyone more at ease. “The new, fit-for-purpose building with a secure play area is vital, and only a stone’s throw away from the current location. As the contact centre will use less energy because of the way it has been designed, we’ll save money on bills and this investment is also good news for the local supply chain, as there’ll be many contract opportunities to help get the building fully ready.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals