Written questions

Cataracts: Surgery

Commons · Question 14239 · Tabled 13 Nov 2024 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 26 Nov 2024

Question

Asked by Ian Byrne

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the use of the independent sector to deliver cataract surgery on waiting times for (a) cataract patients and (b) patients waiting for other op

Answer

Answered by Stephen Kinnock, 26 Nov 2024

Tackling waiting lists is a key part of our Health Mission and a top priority for the Government, as we get the National Health Service back on its feet. This includes ensuring that patients waiting for cataract and ophthalmology services are seen on time...