GP's waiting times figures getting worse

The video discusses the challenges patients face in getting timely appointments with doctors, often waiting two weeks or more. Walk-in centers offer some relief by accommodating over 200 patients daily. Local surgeries struggle with appointment availability, especially for adults. GP surgeries face increasing pressure, with millions of patients waiting over a week for appointments. The Royal College of GPs predicts a rise in these numbers unless urgent action is taken. The government plans to invest £2.4 billion to recruit more GPs and improve appointment availability, though there are concerns about the impact of Brexit and financial constraints.

How many occasions did patients wait more than a week for an appointment over the past year?

What measures is the Department of Health taking to address appointment shortages?