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House of Commons · Petition P002937

Access to GP Appointments

20 March 2024

Presented 1 time by 1 MP

NHS

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At a glance

This petition concerning access to gp appointments was presented to Parliament once by 1 MP.

Issue summary

Residents of Putney, Southfields, Roehampton, and Wandsworth town are petitioning for improved access to GP appointments due to long wait times and difficulties in securing face-to-face appointments, which they believe negatively impacts health outcomes.

Action requested

The House of Commons is asked to urge the Government to take immediate action to improve access to GP appointments.

Key facts

  • Many residents have to wait excessively or call early morning to secure an appointment.
  • 4.5 million people annually go to Accident and Emergency departments due to inability to access a GP appointment.
  • GP staff are working hard but require more support from the Government.

Presentation timeline

MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.

  1. Presented 20 March 2024

    Fleur Anderson Lab Putney
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