Group behind private hospital plans hopes facility will 'ease pressure on public budgets'

Hopes to create 15-bed facility in Howard Pearson House

The people behind plans for a new private medical facility on the Island say the intention is to provide Manx residents with greater choice and ease pressure on public budgets.

A change of use application has been submitted to transform a former office site near Victoria Road in Douglas into a 15-bed private hospital.

The application sparked concern amongst some healthcare professionals regarding the impact on the Island's NHS offering, while Manx Care says it welcomes any initiative that enhances choice and availability of private healthcare provision.

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Manx-based Kingsley Land and Property (IOM) Ltd, alongside operator, Alevia Health Group Ltd, say no contractual discussions have taken place with Manx Care.

The company also operates Kingsley Muti Pharmacy in Ballasalla.

On the Howard Pearson House application, it says the intention is to 'provide the Manx public with greater choice and flexibility in their healthcare options, as well as access to services and treatments not currently available on-island' which it says has 'the potential to reduce reliance on government funding and ease pressure on public budgets'. 

A statement to Manx Radio adds: "Competition among private providers drives service improvements, which will raise overall Isle of Man healthcare standards. 

"This initiative seeks to align with the Manx Government’s health objectives by complementing existing services through responsible private sector participation. It aims to work collaboratively with existing providers, offering additional capacity, choice, and innovation to better serve the Manx public."

You can find more information on the application HERE.