The Health and Social Care Committee has launched an inquiry into the state of NHS buildings across England, aiming to ensure the service’s estate is fit for the future of community-based care.
The inquiry will explore how NHS facilities can support the government’s vision of delivering more services closer to home.
This includes the development of Neighbourhood Health Centres, designed to combine primary care, diagnostics, mental health, and rehabilitation services under one roof.
The autumn budget included funding for the launch of 250 Neighbourhood Health Centres to open by 2035, which will be built by repurposing current estates and new buildings.
Over 100 of the neighbourhood health centres are expected to be delivered by 2030 in Birmingham, Truro, and Southall.
Chairing the inquiry, Layla Moran MP said the committee would scrutinise the condition and use of NHS buildings, investment priorities and lessons from past private finance models.
The investigation will also consider how non-NHS facilities, such as community centres, could be used to expand local care.
According to government figures, around 11% of NHS estate predates the creation of the NHS in 1948, with many sites unsuitable for modern health services.
The inquiry will also review early pilot projects to identify best practices in neighbourhood-focused care.
The committee is inviting written evidence from clinicians, estate professionals, and community groups, with submissions open until 13 February 2026.
Findings are expected to shape future NHS investment in buildings and local infrastructure.