Getting the NHS ready for winter

I was pleased to learn that the Prime Minister met with NHS leaders and health experts today to prepare the NHS for winter pressures, making sure patients get the care they need.

• NHS waiting lists have been a top concern since even before the pandemic. There is some progress in some areas - for example waits of over two years for NHS treatment have been eliminated – but there is some way to go and furthermore, pressure on the NHS always increases over the winter.
• That is why the Prime Minister met with NHS leaders today to discuss ways to mitigate winter pressures, improve care for patients and continue to get waiting lists down so patients can access the care they need, when they need it. 
• The government is starting planning for winter earlier than before so we can continue to deliver the very best care for patients.