Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 14239

Cataracts: Surgery

Tabled: 13 November 2024

Answered: 26 November 2024

Question

Ian Byrne

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the use of the independent sector to deliver cataract surgery on waiting times for (a) cataract patients and (b) patients waiting for other op

Answer

Stephen Kinnock

Tackling waiting lists is a key part of our Health Mission and a top priority for the Government, as we get the National Health Service back on its feet. This includes ensuring that patients waiting for cataract and ophthalmology services are seen on time...

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