UK Health Secretary Unveils Plan to Slash NHS Waiting Times to 18 Weeks
2025-01-05
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In a bid to prevent the NHS from facing a similar fate to defunct retailer Woolworths, Health Secretary Wes Streeting has announced plans to significantly reduce waiting times. Appearing on Sky News, Streeting revealed the UK government's goal to cut waiting times to 18 weeks by the end of the parliament, aiming to improve healthcare accessibility and efficiency. This move is expected to enhance patient care and reduce the strain on the healthcare system, with the government focusing on healthcare reform and NHS waiting times reduction. Key initiatives will be implemented to achieve this target, prioritising patient needs and streamlining services.
