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NHS Waiting Lists Surge Amid Record Treatments and A&E Visits

9/12/2025

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Story summary

NHS waiting lists rose to over 7.4 million in July, continuing a two-month trend.
The NHS achieved a record 1.64 million treatments in July, a 2.6% increase from last year.
A&E departments recorded 2.27 million attendances in August, the highest ever.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting faces challenges in reducing waiting times amid rising lists.
Concerns about winter pressures prompt calls for more government investment in NHS infrastructure.

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Story summary

NHS waiting lists rose to over 7.4 million in July, continuing a two-month trend.
The NHS achieved a record 1.64 million treatments in July, a 2.6% increase from last year.
A&E departments recorded 2.27 million attendances in August, the highest ever.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting faces challenges in reducing waiting times amid rising lists.
Concerns about winter pressures prompt calls for more government investment in NHS infrastructure.