It is easier, quicker and cheaper to build on a green field. Access by car and parking are difficult in the City centre. First class staff will only be attracted to Norwich if the hospital is built at Colney. The new hospital has been discussed ad nauseam. All proper enquiries and consultation have taken place.
Lets get on with it.
It is important to be in close proximity to the University. Redevelopment on the present site would entail operating a hospital on a building site. A country environment is beneficial to patients and staff. It is Colney or nothing. The main arguments against a move are It is against Government policy.