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Gynaecology

Answer

We are committed to returning by March 2029 to the National Health Service constitutional standard that 92% of patients wait no longer than 18 weeks from referral to consultant-led treatment, including for gynaecology. As of March 2026, the waiting list for gynaecology stands at 560,866 with 18-week performance at 60.9%, up from 54.2% since the Government came to office.

Our Elective Reform Plan, published in January 2025, sets out the reforms we are making to improve gynaecology waiting times across England. This includes innovative models of care that offer care closer to home and in the community, piloting gynaecology pathways in community diagnostic centres for patients with post-menopausal bleeding, and increasing the relative funding available to incentivise providers to take on more gynaecology procedures. Gynaecology is one of the specialties being prioritised for surgical hubs, which helps to reduce elective waits and increase activity. We are increasing the number of hubs over the next three years so more operations can be carried out.

We are working to improve information provision for women currently on waiting lists to offer reassurance, support, and helpful information to manage their condition.

The Government is committed to publishing a 10 Year Workforce Plan to set out the action to create a workforce ready to deliver the transformed service set out in the 10-Year Health Plan.

The 10 Year Workforce Plan will ensure the NHS has the right people in the right places, with the right skills to care for patients, when they need it.

Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

615

Session

2026-27

Subjects

Health professions Waiting lists Gynaecology

Link

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