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Keir Starmer to unveil radical NHS changes to cut waiting times

Exclusive: Patients will get direct referrals for tests without seeing a consultant, but critics say the plan is ‘deluded’

Keir Starmer will attempt to reset his premiership next week by setting out a series of radical NHS changes aimed at reducing waiting times for millions of patients.

The shake-up comes after a torrid first six months in government and amid mounting frustration among patients. More than 6 million are waiting for care.

Continue reading… The Guardian Read More Exclusive: Patients will get direct referrals for tests without seeing a consultant, but critics say the plan is ‘deluded’Starmer’s team hope policy blitz will prove that Labour can deliver changeKeir Starmer will attempt to reset his premiership next week by setting out a series of radical NHS changes aimed at reducing waiting times for millions of patients.The shake-up comes after a torrid first six months in government and amid mounting frustration among patients. More than 6 million are waiting for care. Continue reading…