Plans have been unveiled to modernise ambulance facilities across the East Midlands.
EMAS wants to create a small number of larger hubs, including one at Chesterfield Royal Hospital, while recruiting hundreds of additional staff and adding 40 ambulances.
The trust says there will be no reduction in emergency provision, with the Chesterfield hub planned for 2028 subject to approval.
Will Legge, Deputy Chief Executive of EMAS, said: “This programme is about much more than buildings - it’s about saving lives.
“We are growing our frontline teams and investing in more ambulances, and we need modern facilities that give our people the space, support and working environments that allow them to focus on providing the best possible care to patients.
“Most importantly, there will be no reduction in services and how we respond to emergencies will not change. More than half of ambulance responses are made by crews already working in local communities, rather than setting off from an ambulance station. That will stay the same, with the nearest available ambulance continuing to be sent based on patient need and demand.
“This is a long-term investment in our people, our patients and the communities we serve.”
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