The contractor will take over management of the new hospital site in the middle of February with a confirmed programme of work expected by the end of the month.

Construction work at the site resumed in November 2025 after work stalled when contractor Merit Construction went into administration. Opus Building Services has been acting as an interim contractor.

Damon Kent, managing director of Northumbria Healthcare Facilities Management, said: ‘The last few months have been difficult for many, and we appreciate the concern surrounding the construction of what is such a vital healthcare facility for Berwick and the surrounding areas.

‘We are very pleased that we can now move forward with the appointment of Robertson Construction North East and that they are committed to working with previous sub-contractors and suppliers. I know that people are keen to understand when our colleagues and patients will be able to access our new Berwick hospital. It is difficult at this stage to give an exact timeframe, but we are hoping the hospital will open by spring 2027. We thank everyone for their continued patience and understanding.'