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NHS Satisfaction Rises to 26%, But 51% Remain Dissatisfied

3/25/2026

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Public satisfaction with the NHS rose from 21% to 26% in British Social Attitudes survey, the first time since 2019.
Yet 51% remain dissatisfied, especially with Accident & Emergency (A&E) and general practitioner services.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting will address issues in a speech, announcing a recovery program for five struggling NHS trusts.
Government aims to improve access by 2029, despite 14% of people being satisfied with A&E waiting times.

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Public satisfaction with the NHS rose from 21% to 26% in British Social Attitudes survey, the first time since 2019.
Yet 51% remain dissatisfied, especially with Accident & Emergency (A&E) and general practitioner services.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting will address issues in a speech, announcing a recovery program for five struggling NHS trusts.
Government aims to improve access by 2029, despite 14% of people being satisfied with A&E waiting times.