Motion · S6M-21149 · 18 Mar 2026

NHS Golden Jubilee is the Largest Centre for Hip and Knee Replacements in the UK

Lodged by Marie McNair (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 15 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament welcomes the news that NHS Golden Jubilee National Hospital in Clydebank has become the largest centre for hip and knee replacements in the UK; understands that, in the period from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2025, more than 4,300 such procedures were performed at the hospital, surpassing all other UK centres; further understands that this represents a 29.6% increase on the previous year’s figures; believes that it is currently on track to exceed this year’s number with 5,900 hip and knee replacements from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026, and commends everyone at the Golden Jubilee for this fantastic achievement as it continues to provide world-class treatment to patients while also continually improving its target numbers.

Supporters (15)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.