According to The Times, patients will be encouraged to use the app with dozens of private diagnostic centres offering checks for cancer and other conditions to speed up care and increase the NHS’ capacity. The report said Prime Minister Rishi Sunak believes offering more choice for patients on their local hospital’s performance will increase standards across the board. Sir Keir’s speech will address the record numbers of people on waiting lists, putting pressure on Mr Sunak to provide a timeline to improve NHS standards. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer (Jordan Pettit/PA)He will tell the audience a Labour government “will deliver an NHS that is there when you need it”, adding: “No backsliding, no excuses. “An NHS, not just off its knees but running confidently towards the future.”

Source: The Times May 22, 2023 02:25 UTC