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Scotland's health secretary Neil Gray repeatedly asked if Queen Elizabeth University Hospital is 'safe'
- Health Secretary Neil Gray told MSPs the hospital is safe, addressing repeated safety questions in Holyrood.
- Scottish Labour tabled a motion seeking inquiry scrutiny of political decision‑making around QEUH's opening.
- The debate addressed infection concerns linked to QEUH and related inquiries into hospital safety.
- NHSGGC admitted a causal connection between some infections and the hospital environment, underscoring safety concerns.
- The motion seeks broad disclosure and preservation of records tied to the hospital's past issues.
- Mr. Gray argued that ministerial interference would breach the law governing public inquiries.
- The debate highlighted whistleblowers and affected families demanding accountability.
- The QEUH opened in 2015 amid political figures' involvement and later infection concerns.
- Ministers released testimony and evidence while the inquiry sought further redactions and documents.
- The debate emphasized that safety must apply to every patient and every family, not just overall improvements.
- The inquiry noted past admissions and the hospital's 'historical failings' and ongoing safety measures.
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