Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 113908
Dermatology: Vacancies
Tabled: 20 February 2026
Answered: 2 March 2026
Question
Olivia Blake
Labour — Sheffield Hallam
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what implication the shortage of Consultant Dermatologists has for NHS waiting lists (i) nationally and (ii) in South Yorkshire.
Answer
Karin SmythCutting waiting lists is a key priority for the Government, including for dermatology. The Department is committed to ensuring that the proportion of patients waiting no longer than 18 weeks from Referral to Treatment, including for dermatology services, ...
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