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Ellenor hospice consults staff on cost-cutting after £1.8m deficit

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Ellenor hospice is consulting staff on cost-cutting changes after reporting a £1.8 million deficit.

Ellenor hospice is consulting staff on proposals to reduce costs and secure its long-term future after reporting a deficit of approximately £1.8 million last year. The charity, which has operated for 40 years, expects to end the current year with a loss despite progress made in cutting the deficit.

The consultation covers proposed changes to the hospice's structure and some working arrangements. Jon Quinn, chief executive of ellenor, said the charity had already taken steps to reduce costs but needed to go further. He stated: 'For 40 years, ellenor has been here for people in our community when they have needed us most. I want us to be here for the next 40 years too, and that means making difficult decisions to protect our future.'

Ellenor said it has taken steps to grow income, improve efficiency and reduce costs, but these efforts have not been enough to offset rising costs. A spokesperson added that the charity was committed to keeping the community informed as the consultation progresses and that no final decisions had been made. Staff will be supported through the process 'with care and respect', Quinn said.

Ellenor hospice consults staff on cost-cutting after £1.8m deficit
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