Catterick Garrison health and care complex a first

NHS Property Services was a key partner leading on producing the business case for the ICB, and this project was also a first in England in terms of integrated partnership working between the NHS and the MOD. I was tasked with providing strategic advice and programme support, including the business case co-ordination for several years. It was fantastic news to gain final approval in January this year for the NHS element of this project.

We recently surveyed NHS Estate leaders, and asked them whether they felt confident at all, or not that confident, in writing business cases. Nearly 50% said they had been unsuccessful in securing funding of up to £10 m, and a third felt 'not confident', or 'not that confident', in writing business cases.

This is where our expertise can help and support ICBs. I am one of a team of NHS Property Services colleagues experienced in developing business cases for a range of healthcare estates projects — from refurbishments to new-builds, in areas ranging from primary and community health to acute care. By working very closely with the MOD we delivered a business case that we are proud of — using the specialist skills and experience in healthcare property development and strategic asset management that NHS Property Services colleagues have.