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‘Vanishingly small’ chance Sunak can cut NHS waiting lists by election, warn experts

PM on course to break his promise after his other big pledges thrown into doubt

The Independent UK · Jul 5, 2023

75th anniversary of NHS sees it in 'critical condition'

Think tanks have warned that 'pressures on services are extreme and public satisfaction is at its lowest'

Nottingham Post · Jul 5, 2023

NHS in 'critical condition' as it reaches its 75th anniversary

Think tanks have warned that 'pressures on services are extreme and public satisfaction is at its lowest'

Wales Online · Jul 5, 2023

NHS could work ‘smarter’ to help plug workforce shortages, leader says

The NHS workforce plan is currently being considered by ministers.

The Independent UK · Mar 29, 2023

People with a history of poor mental health were more likely to face psychological and financial problems during the pandemic

More than a million people in England are waiting for mental health support due to soaring demand exacerbated by the pandemic. On top of this, an estimated eight million people with mental health concerns are not seeking NHS help.

The Conversation · Mar 27, 2023

GPs in the UK have ‘lowest job satisfaction’ compared to medics in other countries, a report says

GPs are stressed out and burnt out – and many are considering leaving their jobs

The Independent UK · Mar 22, 2023

GPs in the UK ‘have higher stress levels’ than medics in other countries

Just a decade earlier UK GPs were among the most satisfied of any country, a report said.

The Independent UK · Mar 22, 2023