Affidea begins construction on south Belfast healthcare clinic

Affidea, a European private healthcare firm and main sponsor of Ulster Rugby, has commenced construction on a new clinic in south Belfast representing significant investment in Northern Ireland's healthcare infrastructure. The 100,000 square foot purpose-built facility on Boucher Road will provide services including diagnostic imaging, specialist consultations, in-patient surgery and outpatient procedures.

Belfast Telegraph reported that the clinic is being built on the site of a former B&Q warehouse, with construction carried out by Northern Ireland firm Heron Bros. The company said the project will generate employment opportunities whilst supporting contractors and suppliers, and will bring a substantial number of roles once operational.

Barry Downes, chief executive of Affidea UK and Ireland, said: "Our new clinic on Boucher Road reflects our long-term commitment to investing in local communities and delivering timely access to high-quality care. We are proud to bring this significant development to Belfast and look forward to supporting patients and their families with expanded services closer to home for many years to come."

Affidea already operates four facilities in Northern Ireland, comprising two in Hillsborough, one on the Malone Road in Belfast and one in Omagh. The company also sees and treats public and private patients across 24 facilities in the Republic of Ireland, including several minor injury units.

Karl McKillop, managing director of site contractor Heron Bros, said the firm is honoured to be delivering the facility on behalf of Affidea, creating a world-class, modern environment where patients, staff and the wider community will benefit for generations to come.

See the full construction announcement for details on the facility's specifications and projected opening timeline.