GP services are close to collapse in Wales, a doctors union has warned. British Medical Association Cymru has written a "final plea" to the Senedd to listen to the "grave concerns" they have about the service in Wales.
The union surveyed GPs across the country and found that more than 80% of GPs said they fear they are unable to provide quality and safe care to patients due to their excessive workloads, diminishing workforce and the rising demands on the service. Over a quarter of GPs asked are planning on leaving the profession in the near future.
The Royal College of Midwives has also issued a stark warning about the "dramatically low levels" of midwives in Wales at the moment. It says the number of experienced midwives (aged 46-55) has dramatically declined.
