Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 113907

Dermatology: Waiting Lists

Tabled: 20 February 2026
Answered: 2 March 2026

Question

Olivia Blake

LabourSheffield Hallam

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to reduce Dermatology waiting lists (i) nationally and (ii) in South Yorkshire.

Answer

Karin Smyth
Cutting 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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