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NHS Waiting Times

Wednesday 8 February 2023 · 2 questions

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 2 Not answered 0

Key points

  • The situation is very serious in the NHS in Northern Ireland
  • Having a fully functioning devolved Government is the right way to deliver necessary reforms and cut waiting lists
  • The Government are doing all they can to restore the Executive as soon as possible

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Liz Twist Lab Blaydon and Consett
NHS Northern Ireland
Context

The NHS in Northern Ireland faces serious issues with waiting times, prompting an assessment of resource adequacy.

Question

What recent assessment has been made with Cabinet colleagues and the Northern Ireland Department of Health regarding the adequacy of resources for tackling NHS waiting times in Northern Ireland?

Answer from Steven Baker

The situation is very serious in the NHS in Northern Ireland. Having a fully functioning devolved Government is the right way to deliver necessary reforms and cut waiting lists. The Government are doing all they can to restore the Executive as soon as possible, and my officials continue to engage regularly with the Northern Ireland civil service.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not provide specific assessment or details on adequacy of resources

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Q2 Liz Twist Lab Blaydon and Consett
NHS Northern Ireland
Context

A recent poll indicated that people in Northern Ireland blame the current government for health service problems, raising concerns among unions.

Question

Does the Secretary of State accept that a recent Belfast Telegraph poll found people in Northern Ireland think that the Tory Government are most to blame for the problems facing the NHS? Will he meet the unions to discuss their concerns?

Answer from Steven Baker

Health is devolved in Northern Ireland, but we share the concerns. Despite making funds available, systemic transformation needed in healthcare and education must be addressed by a functioning Executive for everyone's benefit.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Did not confirm public perception or commit to meeting unions

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