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NHS Lothian Takes Over Royal Infirmary as Consort Sets Aside £86M

8/19/2026

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NHS Lothian will take ownership of the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, built under a 2002 PFI that gave Consort Healthcare about £1 billion for a 25-year contract.
After a four-year maintenance dispute, Consort will set aside up to £86 million for upgrades.
NHS Lothian says the £86 million will fall well short of the total cost.
Documents estimate fire-service safety compliance alone will exceed £90 million.

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NHS Lothian will take ownership of the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, built under a 2002 PFI that gave Consort Healthcare about £1 billion for a 25-year contract.
After a four-year maintenance dispute, Consort will set aside up to £86 million for upgrades.
NHS Lothian says the £86 million will fall well short of the total cost.
Documents estimate fire-service safety compliance alone will exceed £90 million.