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Written question asked by Liz Twist (Labour) on Tuesday, 16 April 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 24 April 2024 (named day). It was answered by Steve Baker (Conservative) on Wednesday, 24 April 2024 on behalf of the Northern Ireland Office.


Health Services: Northern Ireland

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland, if he will hold discussions with the Northern Ireland Executive on the adequacy of resources for tackling NHS waiting times in Northern Ireland.

Answer

The Government stands ready to support the Executive to reduce unacceptably long waiting times. The Government has made £3.3bn available to the Executive to spend on its priorities, including over £30m to address healthcare waiting lists.

I am clear that tackling waiting lists and stabilising health services in Northern Ireland is the start of a much bigger challenge in transforming services for the longer term. Innovative strategic thinking is needed to find solutions that will balance budgets and improve all public services across Northern Ireland. The Government is excited to work with Executive Ministers on plans that will deliver for Northern Ireland.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
902388
Session
2023-24
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Health services Northern Ireland Standards
Link
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