Health, Welfare

NHS waiting lists ‘almost certainly’ not to blame for ill-health benefits bill increase

By:

Kerry Lorimer

2 May 25

Lengthening NHS waiting lists are not a significant driver of rising health-related benefit claims, according to new research.

Kerry Lorimer

Freelance journalist

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