Major rule change for anyone booking a driving test in bid to cut backlogThe UK is implementing new cancellation policies for driving tests to reduce waiting times and improve overall system efficiency.
'No-shows' for drive test on rise despite waiting lists of up to 30 weeks in some countiesKildare faces the longest driving test waits in Ireland, reaching up to 30 weeks, while Mayo has the shortest at 11 weeks.
The London areas with the shortest (and longest) driving test wait timesDriving test wait times in London have increased significantly, averaging around 15.75 weeks, due to backlogs from the pandemic and labor strikes.
'No-shows' for driving test on rise despite waiting lists of up to 30 weeks in some countiesLong waiting times for driving tests persist in many counties, especially Kildare, where waits can exceed 30 weeks.The increase in no-shows has exacerbated the driving test backlog, affecting availability and scheduling of tests.
Major rule change for anyone booking a driving test in bid to cut backlogThe UK is implementing new cancellation policies for driving tests to reduce waiting times and improve overall system efficiency.
'No-shows' for drive test on rise despite waiting lists of up to 30 weeks in some countiesKildare faces the longest driving test waits in Ireland, reaching up to 30 weeks, while Mayo has the shortest at 11 weeks.
The London areas with the shortest (and longest) driving test wait timesDriving test wait times in London have increased significantly, averaging around 15.75 weeks, due to backlogs from the pandemic and labor strikes.
'No-shows' for driving test on rise despite waiting lists of up to 30 weeks in some countiesLong waiting times for driving tests persist in many counties, especially Kildare, where waits can exceed 30 weeks.The increase in no-shows has exacerbated the driving test backlog, affecting availability and scheduling of tests.
Wirral NHS cyberattack leads to missed cancer care targetsThe cyberattack on NHS hospitals in Wirral is severely impacting cancer treatment waiting times, with effects expected to last for months.
Cyberattack on NHS causes hospitals to miss cancer care targetsThe cyberattack on Wirral hospitals continues to impact cancer treatment waiting times, with effects expected for months.
Plan to hit 18-week NHS wait target 'set to fail'The government's plan to tackle hospital backlogs in England requires fundamental reforms to be effective, according to health leaders.
NHS App upgrade to give patients more choice over treatmentThe government is enhancing the NHS app to enable patients in England to book treatments and reduce waiting times for non-emergency elective procedures.
Bone-on-bone agony: the cruel reality of facing a three-year waiting list for a new kneeLong waiting times for knee replacement surgery leave patients feeling desperate and frustrated.Access to GPs has decreased significantly, with many now relying on nurse practitioners instead.
NHS England told to scrap improvement pledges and prioritise cutting waiting timesNHS England will prioritize cutting waiting times over early cancer diagnosis and health initiatives, raising concerns among health experts and charities.
Wirral NHS cyberattack leads to missed cancer care targetsThe cyberattack on NHS hospitals in Wirral is severely impacting cancer treatment waiting times, with effects expected to last for months.
Cyberattack on NHS causes hospitals to miss cancer care targetsThe cyberattack on Wirral hospitals continues to impact cancer treatment waiting times, with effects expected for months.
Plan to hit 18-week NHS wait target 'set to fail'The government's plan to tackle hospital backlogs in England requires fundamental reforms to be effective, according to health leaders.
NHS App upgrade to give patients more choice over treatmentThe government is enhancing the NHS app to enable patients in England to book treatments and reduce waiting times for non-emergency elective procedures.
Bone-on-bone agony: the cruel reality of facing a three-year waiting list for a new kneeLong waiting times for knee replacement surgery leave patients feeling desperate and frustrated.Access to GPs has decreased significantly, with many now relying on nurse practitioners instead.
NHS England told to scrap improvement pledges and prioritise cutting waiting timesNHS England will prioritize cutting waiting times over early cancer diagnosis and health initiatives, raising concerns among health experts and charities.
Inside Italy: Why public healthcare is no longer worth it and are train stations unsafe?Italy's public healthcare system is increasingly inaccessible, with 4.5 million people forgoing services in 2023 due to long waits and high costs.
Expanded seven-day health hubs to help tackle NHS waiting times in EnglandThe NHS is implementing major reforms to reduce waiting times and expand patient access to care.Seven-day health hubs and diagnostic centres will significantly increase appointment availability.Technology and app improvements will enhance patient experience and efficiency in the NHS.
Cash incentives for GPs under Labour's radical plan to cut NHS waiting listsGPs will be incentivized to consult specialists for non-hospital treatments to reduce NHS waiting lists.
Expanded seven-day health hubs to help tackle NHS waiting times in EnglandThe NHS is implementing major reforms to reduce waiting times and expand patient access to care.Seven-day health hubs and diagnostic centres will significantly increase appointment availability.Technology and app improvements will enhance patient experience and efficiency in the NHS.
Cash incentives for GPs under Labour's radical plan to cut NHS waiting listsGPs will be incentivized to consult specialists for non-hospital treatments to reduce NHS waiting lists.
Wales hospital waiting lists hit new record highHospital waiting times in Wales have hit record levels, affecting hundreds of thousands of patients and drawing criticism from political parties.
Delays in State-funded fertility scheme a worry for 'women close to 40'Waiting times for fertility treatments are significantly longer than promised by HSE.More than 1,000 patients have been sent to private clinics due to delays.
Illegal crossings hit Biden-era low as migrants wait longer for entryMigrants in Mexico face long wait times for asylum appointments and tougher restrictions on crossing the U.S. border illegally.
The Bexley GPs where patients are left waiting for appointments mostPatients in Bexley experience varying wait times for GP appointments, with some getting same-day slots while others wait over a month.