REDLANDS Primary Care in Crediton welcomed a visit from the town’s Member of Parliament on Friday, May 20. The purpose-built GP surgery and health hub opened in October.

Mel Stride was given a tour by Deputy Practice Manager Karen Hoskins, met around 20 members of staff, and caught up with Practice Manager Richard Ward.

Mr Stride had previously lobbied the Secretary of State for Health for funding to help get the project off the ground.

He said: “It was great to meet the staff at Redlands and to sit down with Richard and hear how the move has gone.

“I have no doubt the fantastic new facilities here will help staff deliver excellent care and create an environment where patients feel comfortable and staff enjoy coming to work.”

During his visit Mr Stride asked about the Thorverton branch of Redlands Primary Care and was pleased to hear that the branch is staying open with a rota of GPs available at the branch five mornings and two afternoons a week.

Mr Stride added: “I know some patients in the Thorverton area were concerned about the future of the branch so I am very pleased that Richard and his team at Redlands remain fully committed to retaining the branch and have put a plan in place to ensure its future sustainability.”

For more information visit: www.redlandsprimarycare.nhs.uk .