NHS Borders 'committed to reopening Knoll Hospital and Health Centre as soon as possible'
Last updated 7th Jul 2026
The temporary closure of the Knoll Hospital and Health Centre in Duns has been extended.
NHS Borders revealed remedial works to address issues with RAAC - a dangerous concrete which is prone to collapse - have taken longer than expected.
It had initially been thought the site would only be closed for around six months, after patients were moved in February last year.
The health board now estimates the Health Centre will reopen in late August, with the inpatient area facing similar delays while refurbishment plans are finalised.
A spokesperson said: “Following the necessary temporary relocation of services from the Knoll Hospital in order to urgently address issues with RAAC, additional improvements to the Health Centre and other facilities within the building are progressing.
“This work continues to take longer than originally planned and reopening of the Health Centre is now estimated for late August.
“Reopening of the remaining areas will face similar delay. Contractors are currently having detailed conversations with internal stakeholders about the refurbishment plans for the inpatient area and timescales will be confirmed in due course.”
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Health chiefs say they remain committed to reopening Knoll Hospital and Health Centre as soon as possible.
“We recognise the impact that this disruption continues to have on patients, staff and members of the local community," they added.
“We remain committed to reopening Knoll Hospital and Health Centre as soon as possible, and to ensuring that we continue to provide the best possible care as we await completion of the refurbishment works.”
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