The UK government is expanding a scheme that enables GPs to provide timely care to patients, thereby reducing reliance on long NHS hospital waiting lists. With £80 million in funding, the program aims to assist two million individuals by the end of 2025/26. The 'Advice and Guidance' scheme facilitates collaboration between GPs and specialists, allowing patients with conditions like irritable bowel syndrome and menopause symptoms to receive care in their communities. This initiative is also part of a broader effort to ensure that 92% of NHS patients experience shorter waiting times for treatment.
Health Minister Karen Smyth emphasized, "This scheme is a perfect example of how we are saving patients time and reducing pressure on key NHS services in the process."
The government seeks to ensure that 92% of NHS patients will be waiting less than 18 weeks for treatment after referral to a consultant by the end of this parliament.
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