Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 81428

Mental Health Services: Standards

Tabled: 13 October 2025
Answered: 17 October 2025
Named Day

Question

Dr Simon Opher

LabourStroud

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps he is taking to reduce waiting times for neurology health services.

Answer

Karin Smyth
Cutting waiting lists is a key priority for the Government. We have exceeded our pledge to deliver an extra two million operations, scans, and appointments, having delivered 5.2 million more appointments across elective care services. This marks a vital f...

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