More than 60% of patients contacted GP while waiting for other care, poll finds

Over 60% of patients contacted their practice at least once in the past year while waiting for another NHS service: evidence of the knock-on workload long waits create for practices.

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More than 60% of patients contacted GP while waiting for other care, poll finds

Published 14 October 2026 · Referrals & hospital services

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In brief Over 60% of patients contacted their practice at least once in the past year while waiting for another NHS service: evidence of the knock-on workload long waits create for practices.

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